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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1927
Page
3
A Trinity teacher, identified as Frank Spellman, was arrested after blocking a funeral hearse. The incident occurred as a procession gathered near East Midford, prompting police intervention and arraignment.
London gallery coverage notes the artist declining to inspect fellow artists' pieces during the Tate exhibition period. The artist remains engaged with selected works but questions linger on the reception, as attention centers on whether new pieces meet the spring show expectations and public interest.
A proposed bill would require hotels to supply beds meeting extreme height needs. The measure, sponsored by Representative Chula Wo Tobba, stipulates every room must include at least one bed four feet tall plus an extra tall bed for guests over four feet wide. The draft envisions standards for bed height and headroom to accommodate unusually tall patrons.
A Wed girl, seven, left with an accused kidnapper identified as a man named Thomann. Police traced the pair to Woodbourne before returning them to safety, and authorities pursued charges against the man and investigated the girl’s witnesses. The case raised questions about the mother and guardian’s involvement and the custody timeline amid a complex affidavit from county officials.
A fire at a building in the south end injured or endangered, with a watchman rescued amid flames. The Gordon-Lawell Supply Company and a named heiress figure in the scene while unclear legal details unfold. significant losses noted with figures and names partially garbled.
The Nicaragua steamer Clu Matthew seized off New London is held for trial on piracy charges. Capt Brown-Wib and crew denied arms on board while a general cargo of liquor was reportedly intended for St Pierre Miquelon. police and customs actions followed, with Halifax and New York authorities involved.
A hot bulb ignition sparked a three alarm blaze on Columbia Street in a five story building. Sparks knocked out windows and injured several workers who were treated and returned to duty. Firemen labored to control the blaze as the source bulb fell into wood shelving, igniting the stack.
Ray Bady, 22, died after an impromptu bout at a North Attleboro club. Mase Jin, 13, and Clarence Doucette are charged with manslaughter as the case proceeds. hearing postponed to January 17.
In Lisbon on January 13 officers and soldiers of the Portuguese army volunteered to contribute monthly sums from their pay to help wipe out the nation’s war debt to England. They pledged this for a year amid enthusiasm from firms and individuals. Some citizens urged generous contributions if national subscriptions are opened.
Washington dispatch reports Senator King alleges oil interests influenced the Lausanne treaty negotiations. He cites a letter to Rev Dr. James Martin and Boston associates accusing Christian Science supporters of misrepresenting Kemalist crimes and claiming the treaty harms American rights, replacing them with Turkish promises.
Springfield Massachusetts reports Charley Salvos arrested after an attack on Kenry Lerner owner of a small store with a post office branch. He admitted to two armed holdups, pleaded not guilty to charges of robbery and carrying concealed weapons. He held $20 hearing bond.
Nicholas M McLean a longtime Hartford steamer chief engineer died at his daughter's home in West Hartford after falling ill while visiting. Born December 1 1847 in Middle Haddam he served on numerous vessels including the Silver Star City of Springfield and Middles town. He retired in 191? Funeral services scheduled for Saturday evening.
The funeral for ST Wales Ténes will be held from his late residence at 45 Pleasant Street tomorrow afternoon. Private family services at 2 o'clock precede public services at First Congregational Church at 2:30. Honorary pallbearers will be Grand Encampment Knights Templar officers and first commandery commandery leaders.
Relatives of Ernest Perry of Stamford appeal for information about the missing man who left home Sunday afternoon and has not been heard from since. His mother is reported to be anxious for any word and hopes to hear from him at once.
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