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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1927
Page
2
Fragmentary daily record notes ambulance calls and medical transport activity. It references hospitals, routes, and responders, with partial mentions of locations and times. The legible items indicate routine emergency service operations and intake at a medical facility.
A defendant loses an appeal and plans to seek a writ of certiorari to the U S Supreme Court after a state court ruling. The plea requests review of the judgment, with counsel indicating immediate action. The reports note the defendant did not attend a prior hearing and consults counsel before statements.
A chaotic article discusses alcohol risks, denatured spirits, and public health fears. It cites Dray leaders, deaths from alcoholism, and New York and Connecticut data, questioning safety and policy while detailing denaturant use and industrial alcohol practices.
The document critiques bootlegging networks and government crackdowns, detailing how distributors and “higher-ups” exploit denatured alcohol licenses to channel graft. It predicts shifts to moonshine from fermenting whiskey, notes poorer quality, and argues tightened controls undermine traditional illicit profits while warning of ongoing dangers from tainted liquor and drunk driving.
Government seeks extra taxes on Ford stock profits tied to Henry Ford's 1913 to 1918 transfers. Contends 7 680 shares valued far above 1918 prices, aiming to tax potential gains in years after 1913. Lawyers include A W Gregg for Internal Revenue and John W Davis for opponents. notable figure Mrs Hosetta Haus sister of Senator Couzens faces added levy details.
The report states Britons concede at Shanghai and Kon Peg disruptions as U S Navy logistics reorganize distant movements. Marines are ordered to a distant theater with the aim of securing transport routes and smothering opposing forces. The message emphasizes strategic repositioning and coordination with allied commands amid growing tensions in Asia.
A 1921 report states John Porter of Goshen, a General Assembly member, has been appointed to appoint a domestic animal appraiser position. The appointment is linked to M. Whitltesey, details unclear, with several garbled phrases surrounding cattle appraisal duties.
President Coolidge, noted for favoring old fashioned breakfasts, plans to change his morning meal after physicians and Senator U Conland warned that griddle cakes, maple syrup and sausage contribute to weight. The White House notes health concerns and a possible lighter menu.
A provincial coroner reported 60 deaths from asphyxia and burns after a theatre fire. Many unaccompanied children were admitted. 75 percent attended without parental permission. Families identified missing loved ones as doctors described the scene with distressing detail, comparing it to the 1908 Paris theatre disaster.
Fire Commissioner Johnson announces a large departmental shift. Captains Frevler Bly and Lieut Chace relocate between engine and chemical units. Firemen Svertesky Tata Ward Dalaney De laney McMullen and others transfer among engines and ladder companies across multiple units.
The summary reports a court freeing Aimee Wpherson amid a tumult of testimonies about an alleged conspiracy. A preliminary hearing featured conflicting statements by Carmel Cal and others, with changes in the witness about events dated May 12 and tied to a kidnapping case.
Stamford January 10 Special reports newsdealers at a conference with Mayor Altered SN PHIlLips Irami Max Spellce and Prosecuting Attorney, agreeing to remove a controversial item from their stands. The deal aims to avoid court actions by suppressing the sale of the periodical in question.
A petition of contest filed with the Senate alleges fraud tainted both the primary and general election. Governor Pinchot of Pennsylvania issued a qualified certificate for William S. Vare, saying returns may not reflect the voters will, and that Vare appears to have been elected on the face of returns. Opponents call the action void and seek new credentials.
Montreal recalls a deadly fire that killed 77, mostly children, in a cinema. The article notes prior disasters in 1918 at Grey Nunnery infants, 1910 Tiered Publishing building blaze with 32 dead, and a snake disaster in a school, all within two decades.
An American press man reported a revolt rumor and police sealed the episcopate building. Bishop Pires was said to be arrested and deported while others were detained. The journalist and his wife faced impediments as authorities stripped phones and held staff, amid chaotic exchanges with the embassy and military.
New Canaan residents breathed easier after a government beacon was rerefisted to aim beams at a steeper angle. The adjustment stops light from entering homes and bedrooms while guiding U S postal mall routes.
Rudolph Vantobel, laundry manager in Stamford, was burned when an electric light dropped on a concrete garage floor caused a filament short to ignite gasoline vapor. The fire destroyed two garages and two cars, with damage estimated at 10000 dollars, partly insured.
Coroner John J. Phelan heard testimony that drinks were taken at the Stamford party before the fatal crash that killed Albert H. Ackerson on Long Ridge road. Witnesses included Jennings company employees and officials. two men in Ackerson’s car were injured, one charged with manslaughter, and a hospitalised wife awaiting news of their newborn baby.
Stamford January 10. Mayor Alfred N L Phillis Jr asks passage of a resolution by the city council to approve a 3660 fund for use by the prosecuting attorney in gambling investigations. He will consider objections at tomorrow's meeting before the resolution is submitted to the franchise board for an appropriation. The fund would allow the prosecutor to carry on investigations beyond ordinary cases.
Managua Nicaragua Jan 19 CAP Pringapolea a poct eight miles north of Fluefields was established as a trai gone today when United States naval forces were landed. The troops of the Liberal government omonaning Imland by way of the amide ant Escondido rivers.
Henry Wagner of Veaterbury and his brother William Wagner of Middlebury were ordered held for the next term of the Superior Court on poultry theft charges by Judge Samuel A. Davis. Each was held on $1,000 bond after waiving examination. They were arrested in the Stony Brook district on the Danbury Newtown road with three chickens from Theodore Sherwood’s Middle River farm. The state police admit thefts at Bethel farms and deny tying poultry to Brookfield and Newtown thefts in recent weeks.
Norwalk January 11 Special Frank Sturm twenty three from Spring Hill avenue is in Norwalk hospital with two severe head wounds after a razor attack during an argument with William Thompson forty five of Smith efrect. Sturm had been released from Bridgeport jail a month ago after reckless driving and assaulting Thompson was arrested and held for arraignment in City court later today.
Sergeant Charles Arnold of the 118th Observation Squadron completed a 6009 mile cross country flight despite severe weather and forced landings. He returned home on Christmas Eve, then slipped on the ice in front of his house Saturday night, dislocating his shoulder while carrying a bottle of milk.
The Milford detachment of the coast artillery debated establishing a cell sustaining anti aircraft battery in Milford at a Canton restaurant banquet Saturday night. Major L J Frans Bridgeport predicted the battery would soon become real though NCOs not chosen yet. Attending officers included Major L E Evans Captain S Fr Micklesen Captain Y Moore Lieutenant L W Eday Lieutenant R Watt and Lieutenant Reid.
Danby Jan 10 The Danby fair board re elected its entire officer group at the annual meeting The dividend of 10 per share was declared from the fair earnings The officers include President G M Rundley Vice President H H Vreeland of New York and Charles D Parks of Danby Secretary G M Rundle Assistant Secretary George M Nevius Treasurer John R Bacon Assistant Treasurer Joseph E Platt Department superintendents were reappointed Plans for the 1927 fair were discussed and several concessionaires have secured space
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