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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1925
Page
7
Surveyors warn the Dome of St Pauls may require drastic measures to prevent disaster. They estimate rebuilding could cost at least £300000 and force closure for 30 years, with interim work costing £150000 to lengthen pillars while a safer dome is planned.
Washington January 6. Flagrais violation of the Volstead Act was charged against city Congressmen amid mounting contempt for the prohibition act. W H Slayton, president of the association against the prohibition amendment, cited testimony in Rep Crank D Scott of Michigan's divorce case as supporting pressure. Witnesses testified that Congressmen brought liquor into the county from Panama.
An old advertisement touts Creomulsion as a two fold medicine for chronic coughs colds and lung diseases. It claims to soothe heal inflamed membranes destroy germs absorb into blood and prevent consumption with a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved.
A Philadelphia family mourns the death of a noted colonial art expert, Er Moore, reported as a respected figure in colonial art circles. The obituary notes his authority in the field and mentions his work on a variety of antique styles and inland research.
Fire at the Waterbury club Gaven caused smoke and water damage in the kitchen area and partitions. Guests and servants evacuated after alarms sounded before 5 oclock. Fire crews fought smouldering spots with water, walls and floors were chopped to reach the blaze, with all three brick building floors flooded and extensive repairs required.
Derby January 6 Major Frank J Conway announces aldermanic committees with names including Streets Edwin A tia ger Jr David OKeefa Willard Flaugh Police Dayd OKeete Ll x1 Giger Jr Patrick Dono sellers John P Wall and others. Clark elected city engineer and Joseph Cole farter. Archibald Peck to head abatement. vote tally four to three.
A fragmentary report outlines a speech or discussion about changing the current prohibition enforcement policy. It references official stance, public sentiment, and possible legislative action, but lacks clear dates or names due to damaged text.
A local garden trespass incident resulted in a monetary loss of 31 25, with court documents mentioning an arrest and an award of 50 from an unidentified party. The report includes unclear names and fragmented phrases.
A fragmentary, period tone reflects Templeton describing happiness in pursuing duties and loyalty. The speaker voices inner conflict, duty to service, and a sense of personal fulfillment tied to responsibility and reverence for governance. The text shows introspection on loyalty, merit, and faith in public service.
December tax collections totaled 68 779 with assessments at 3 656 and license fees 485. The report lists payments by individual taxpayers for the period ending December, showing varied amounts from 2 to over 14 dollars and totals for prior years.
Reports say Democrats loyalists will be present to guard Winkler at a district meeting aimed at blocking opposition. The December club meeting reportedly removed Winkler amid claims of irregular election, with Frank Anderson and police involvement noted. Laughlin reportedly supported the January session, and tensions rose as factions disputed leadership and outcomes.
Part of a club program features a unique cafe chantant with a variety program including songs recitations and dancing. The event highlights a stones chorus MP and other acts with wall inscriptions and wall posters guiding attendees to performances.
An incident report outlines a dog causing an accident leading to a civil suit. The document lists involved parties including a named alderman and local officials, with references to a city setting and municipal context.
Washington January 6 A resolution to allocate 5000 to Gillay at the head of the Farm Relief Board was reported today by the House Agriculture committee as part of President Coolidge era policy.
Justus Jennel becomes city court head as Frank Rich takes town clerk role in Sanford. Adelbert A Skeel is appointed corporate counsel and the changes shift party alignment as Republicans consolidates legal offices.
Health officer Dr Hobert Perdue announces a quarantine lift for 38 diphtheria carriers as germs appear to have disappeared. In various city areas, 100 people have been released in total, with few cases in the past 36 hours, and schools remain under watch to keep children from theaters.
A compact graphophone continues to draw interest even as radio grows popular. Its size mirrors an early camera and it plays real sized records, showcasing enduring charm amid modern sound media.
Feature on Jim Hamilton Ruth Mason and the other woman as riches transform a small ranch couple into NYC elites. The tale traces love, betrayal, and a man’s inner conflict, told for women with frankness and insight into male minds and instincts. Appears in True Story Magazine February issue.
February issue highlights true life tales such as The Price of Fame and The Evil Men Do with a reader letter from an assistant matron in an Indiana delinquent girls’ school praising True Story magazine. The letter recalls reading Her Birthright to inmates, noting sobs and long discussions, and plans to place more magazines for guidance.
Secretary Weeks commends the American pilots for both diplomatic and aeronautical impact, noting their modest conduct. He discussed reward recommendations for the flyers, including potential promotions and a possible $5000 for articles about their trip, while avoiding any financial payments to the Army or Navy.
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