Controversy Over Bridgeport Postmaster Nomination
Hearse W. Dane, architect, discusses charges and merit system in Senate inquiry into Arthur F. Jenner’s postmaster nomination for Bridgeport. Telegrams from Washington and Bridgeport identify protests against Connor’s appointment while Dane defends merit system and personal neutrality. Senate committee, led by Moses, investigates charges and aims to report favorably.
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W. Dane
Architeut
E Street
Washington
George E. Mousea
Committee of the Senate Coutence Post Offices
Arthur F. Jenner
Bridgeport
Lane
Connor
Otelol
Senatuc
Rice Commission
Dane
Lee Renare
Thomas Sterling Lotigate
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Willis l. Jobbs
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Connors Yumitatio
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Bridgepmart
Seb Kayoeek
Lodge Breaks Tradition to Appoint Fenno
In Arcam lodge Bangor Maine the appointment of Pests and Mona Venna as Degree Master marks a break with tradition. The honor was not given to a lodge Past Grand but to a long time associate, reflecting changes in eligibility and recognition within the order.
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Fenno
Pests
Mona Venna
Arcam Lodge
LO. O. I
Den
Bangor
Maine
Las
Arcanum
Britons Continue Breaking Law With Street Betting
London reports reveal widespread street betting by Britons despite laws. A government remittance committee notes better compliance with liquor laws in the U S than UK betting statutes, with children as young as twelve wagering allowances and shopkeepers aiding bookmaking in many shops.
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London
Associated Press
America
Great Britain
Schools Cut Across City See Budget Rise in Expenditures
City schools show a 48 percent pupil increase from 18 500 to 25 264, with nine high school teachers and 394 elementary staff rising to current levels. The administration’s annual cost nears 1 909 WO while the last year’s board budget and seven department offices saw significant changes. plans include September openings and new Harding High building features plus banking instruction and pupils savings programs.
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Wari
Leward Lb
Caldwell
Ate Trehuvet
Harding
Washington Day Briefs on Seizures and Tax Debate
Reports from Washington indicate British liquor ships seized offshore as lawmakers push for a vote on soldiers' bonus legislation. Senate action covers civil aeronautics funding, grain market regulation, and farm program questions. Treasury and border controls address gunpowder and arms shipments while grazing land policy, rail embargoes, and Mexico-bound goods draw scrutiny.
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House Republicum
Gate
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Civil Aeronautics
UonLerce Department
Vopeland
Your York
Senate
Mellon
Benate
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Bonatur
Wallace
W Stern
Mexico
Treasury
Embargo on Mexican arms to be strictly enforced
Washington reports rapid progress toward a rigid Coolidge embargo against De La Huerta forces in Mexico. Treasury orders border and port enforcement, freight embargo via American associations, and tighter fines. Democratic critics push a bill banning sale of munitions to any foreign government. Increased inspections aim to curb arms and contraband, including liquor and narcotics, amid Mexican unrest.
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Coolidge
de la Huerta
Mexico
Treasury
Prohibition
Department
American Association
United States
Cooleidgr
Washington Administration
Obregon
de la Huertas
The
Usiny
State Department
White House
Deny Attempt On Life Of Kemal Pasha Reported
A dispatch to an Athens paper denies an attempt on the life of Mustapha Kemal Pasha, president of the Republic, noting the report came from Smyrna via a Mitylene dispatch and was published today. The denial states no such attack occurred and the claimed details are untrue.
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Kemal
Constantingple
Mustapha Kemal
Republic of
At Smyrna
Lfe
Mustapha Kemal Pasha
Mitylene
Athens
Eletthetun Vemas
Boiday
PM PERSECUTED SOBS NINA PUTNAM ON A SCANDAL
The transcript reveals Nina Putnam describing alleged jealousy and a rumored affair involving Mrs Bassell and Vic Lagsett. She asserts longstanding familiarity with Lagsett and Tam, noting she cannot fathom a scandal arising from the arrangement she helped plan.
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Nina Putnam
Nina W Putnam Sanderson Denies Husband Theft Claims
Nina Wilcox Putnam Sanderson protests rumors she would steal another woman’s husband. She cries, swears she did not solicit divorce, and claims Bassett is merely an employee and business agent. No court action expected. Mrs Bassett remains in Massachusetts and Florida estates.
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New York
Fidis
Gertrude
Bassett
New Haven
Jan
Ellsworth Bassett
Massison
Nina T Witcox Putnam Sanderson
Isa Aladigon
Florida
Sanderser
Labor government odds shift as new party talk swells
In the Commons and behind the scenes, labor faces a fragile bid for power amid Liberal Conservative plot rumors. MacDonald signals responsibility with a cautious stance favoring employment and housing relief, while a proposed center party gains traction among Birkenhead and allied figures, threatening Labor’s grip as parliamentary maneuvering intensifies.
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Labor
MacDonald
Ron
Liberal Party
Du Cote y Loses Wilkenda Co Case In Fairfield County
A convoluted court record covers wrongful insurance claims and interstate shipment disputes. Judge Keeler affirms a ruling against the Globe and Rtut gers Fire Insurance company in a suit over policy costs. The Fairfield County Superior Court also handles a separate case about state aid for a Southbury pauper and related home claim.
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Fairfield County
Withends, Land Company
Park Trust Co Ony
Keeler
Storrig Bisnovich
Curtis
York
Tor
Cowey
Pairfield County
Fe Gees
Haweo
Ktox
Chien Juathoe Wheeler
Newstown
Southbury
Booth
Uvommon ‘Meas
Allegel
Chisamr
Erior
Chist Jnathe Wheelerly
Salzman Ang Mer
Tax Revision 10 Be Given Right of Way in House
Washington leaders press to advance a tax reduction bill ahead of any bonus measure. Longworth says the issue will not be dodged as Republicans rally with former service members to push a tax cut before the bonus vote. White House backs tax priority while noting the Mellon tax plan could slow capital investment.
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House
Longworth
Johnson
South Dakota
Fish
New York
Andrew
Blasaachusetts
White House
Coolidge
Wars and Means Committee
Harding
Merit
Ways and Means Committee
Cormunities
Columbus Hospital Faces Receivership
Columbus Hospital moves to receivership amid financial strain and loss of state funding. Doctors and staff discuss reorganization as Dr. Romeo’s license revocation and withdrawal of support hinder operations. hospital runs with about a dozen patients while awaiting further steps.
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Europe
Fotiow
J. W. Cotner
State Patrol Plans Increased Post Road Patrol
State police plan to patrol Post Road more closely after a reported hold up near Westport Sunday night. A truck driver was robbed of a few dollars while the road and traffic arteries receive greater surveillance. Authorities believe the incident was not a professional bagging and vow near constant driver precaution and ready assistance.
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Westport
Labor meet echoes Marseillaise and Russia stance
The article records a labor meeting where speakers condemn opponents for reckless acts while affirming the desire to recognize Russia for trade and negotiation. It notes calls to end aloofness from the Russian Government and to seek settlements across coasts from Japan to the land.
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Russia
Europe
MacDonald
Tusnia
Ruawla
Japan
Cos
Afghanistan
Berry Nominated by Pressmen Unopposed in North America
Tenner Jan 8 Nominations by subordinate Tinfons of the International Print ng Pressmen 2nd Assistants Point of North America for International officials closed today and the present administration headed by George L Berry as president will go into the general election in February without opposition. President Berry called the result a complete endorsement of his New York article position.
Common pleas court disposes of three cases
John Fox of this city pleaded guilty to non support and faces 60 days in jail unless he posts a 200 bond to secure 150 weekly for one year to his wife Helen Fox. George Pollard of White Plains was fined 100 and jailed five days for driving while drunk after two whiskey bottles were found in his auto December 22. William Smith of Norwalk and John Miller of this city were each fined 200 and given a suspended 30 day jail term after pleading guilty to selling liquor.
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John Fox
Walsh
Criminal Court of Common Pleas
Helen Fox
Booth
George Pollard
White Plains
Fairfield
William Smith
Norwalk
John Miller
Railroad Merger Hearings At ICC Spark Heated Debate
Washington news reports a sharp clash over railroad consolidation at Interstate Commerce Commission hearings. H T Newcomb of Delaware and Hudson attacked the merger theory, while W A Colston of Nickel Plate urged allowing broader amalgamation. Tomorrow’s sessions were to cover New England routes with Western and Southern lines later in the week.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
T. Newcomb
Delaware and Hudson
W. A. Colston
Nickel Plate
New England
Western and Southern
Community group meetings listed across town venues
Local notices show several groups holding meetings tonight at streets and lodges including Stratford Avenue, Cannon Street, Main Street and 7025 Main Street. Organizations range from the Chamber of Commerce to the Nobles of the Myathe Shrine and Ladies of the Meyal Avcumunds.
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Makin Street
Atlin
Momaltor Dodge
Adelphton Todae
Magni Charta Lodge
Sons of St. Crearge
Stratford Avenue
cChamber of Commerce
Algonquin Guh
Household of Ruth
U. OW
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