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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1927

Page

2

Radio to London New York Talks Open Across Ocean

The New York Times reports on the first two way telephone link between New York and London enabling real time speech. Officials said the service aims to bring people closer and boost commerce and understanding between the two nations. Sir Evelyn Murray and Mr. Gifford exchanged greetings as the Atlantic line opened to the public and promised expansion to all subscribers.

AL Fafely orty-Colle New York London Transftiiation HifTtet WS. Giffard American Telephone Evelyen A. Murray Gifford Heelsn Murray Rex Difford Tendon Miles Ven Aerican Telephone and Telegraph Company Ind Bell Telephone System Beetyn Atlantic Mick Great Britain United States Ita Engineers Tag and Research Organization Sears Besie Trans Atlantic Services Triites American Telephones and Telegraph Company Aureesa Rvice

Prosecutor Criticizes Auditor's Report Allegations

Prosecutor Bradley condemned the auditor's report citing a balance discrepancy of 43 dollars and claimed the audit misapplied methods. He said the auditor's review of records noted improper entries and questioned contracted cash and wage records, covering about nine hundred dollars and cash collections.

Bradley Camrk Lernattan

Building Permits Granted at Ting of The Obiling

Permits issued include Masuilt Brox and Mamaill Bros for new structures at multiple sites. Buildings approved encompass eateries and residential additions, with various owners listed and locations spanning the city.

Mamaill Bros VSL Marten Lanistan Amundia

Connecticut Faces Growing Water Pollution Threat

A state pollution commission warns Connecticut may lose its industrial edge as clean upland water dwindles, urging stronger oversight and prohibitions to curb open sewer conditions. The Naugatuck River is cited as among the worst polluted, with Middletown State Hospital highlighted for needed anti-pollution facilities.

Connecticut Connecticut State Hospital Middletown Naugatuck

Policy clash over U S Nicaragua stance lettered by White House debate

National debate erupts over U S policy in Nicaragua with Senator Borah opposing intervention while President Coolidge asserts U S protection for lives and property and Admiral Latimer receives orders to position naval forces. Officials stress neutral patrols and possible use of force to defend American interests as contradictory signals ripple through Washington and Managua.

United Es Nation Kellogg Managua Navy Galveston Corinto Nicaragua Tornseca Ain Latrimer Wee White House Berah Palley Swanson Virginia Robinson Arkansas Demematl Senate Borah Tel Hellef United States Nicaraga Sacasa Lattimer Foster Mexico Taos State Department Washington Serratory Hughes

Washington policy on Central America and Mexico arms embargo

President Coolidge outlined U S policy toward Central America and Mexico stressing support for de facto governments that protect American interests. He cited prior actions aiding Obregon in Mexico and an embargo on arms to Nicaragua, seeking cooperation from Mexico while recognizing stable authorities in the region.

Hughes United States Washington Central America Obregon Mexico Sta Cwn Ttwua Nicaragua Diaz Managua Menxican Coolidge

Captain Admits He Carried Guns On Trawler Case

Captain Wills of the trawler Matthew was confronted by customs officials after the vessel, cleared from Halifax on December 25 for St Pierre Miquelon, was seized near New Bedford. He admitted past arms runs but denied gunrunning on the recent voyage, citing prior trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. Crew members were questioned while the ship, showing a gash from a collision, lay in South Boston.

Hall Mitchell Martin Hylam Halifax N. 8 Pierre Mig Coast Guard Wills Mexico Nicaramia St. Pierre Nantucket South Boston Customs Finnegan Owen McKenna New Bedford Matthleu Miquelon

Governor Loses Christmas Cake Mystery in Seized Trawler Case

Halifax dispatch reports French governor of St Pierre Miquelon disclosed a Christmas cake from the Nicaraguan steamer Calara Matthieu amid a seizure near Massachusetts. The vessel carried varied cargo including alcohol and whiskey, part of which was destined for St Berm, while much merchandise vanished after the trawler's capture.

Halifax N.S Massachusetts Calara Mattheu St. Pierre Miquelon St. Berm Ang Francis Hanoi

Coast Guards Tied to Deck in Rum Running Trial

Defense details friendly ties between crew and rum runners. Coast Guard 120 assigned to Rum Row to enforce law, but bribes and liquor tempted crew to aid smugglers. AW G 126 aided convoy to shore, ferried supplies, and even carried liquor ashore for the syndicate. Brown admits drunkenness and calls champagne, ale, and whiskey common aboard. Other defendants face Port Chester Importation Syndicate trial as John Tief testifies of being gypped and turns government witness.

Brown C. G. 120 Rum Row Lquor Rum Rew Port Chester

Woman Injured After Auto Strikes Pedestrian

Mrs. Julia O'Brien aged 33 was slightly injured yesterday morning when struck by a car at Main and Justin streets. The vehicle was driven by Margaret Middleton, 45, Tad Dudson Place Stratford. The pedestrian was crossing in front of the auto and was knocked down by the front fender. she was treated for bruises at home.

Julia O'Brien Pephir Atreet Main and Jutin Margaret Middleton Tad Dudson Place Stratford

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