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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1924
Page
6
An essay argues that notions of female beauty shift over centuries and differ by era and race. Basil Woen cites a Paris letter claiming future ideals will transform, with ancient looks like Greek and Raphael era beauty deemed ugly by modern norms.
Five houses on the robbers list were looted for gas meter spoils. The raids occurred on Maple Street 188 North Washington, Sheridan Street, Main Street, and Jetland Place. Two automobiles were also stolen from fronts of homes, with a cash register taken from A Ruta Wier’s grocery on Jiailan Street. Eight suspects face trial for alleged thefts.
A report from the field describes Antonio Villareal Leye and Vicente Eapez commanding forces as Erbalejo mobilized Cavalry from Epence toward San Marcos. Rebels reportedly overtook strong positions, hours of fighting ensued, and the rebels fled leaving behind casualties and gear. An aviary participant is noted among the attackers.
In Utling ton Delaware hospital, Carrie Leonard lies unconscious as Deputy Sheriff A Leonard dies at his Wallingford home. State's Attorney reports a murder charge against Mrs Carrie Leonard based on a complaint from Charles Novak. Neighbors say quarrels over alleged infidelity preceded the tragedy.
A series of Saturday raids at Ravits resort and nearby addresses led to twelve prisoners being taken. Mary Sullivan faced allegations as site keeper of a disorderly house on Fourth Stratford Avenue. At Broad Street, six men were found gambling. Oscar Hickerson charged as keeper of a gambling house. Vincenzo Aureio allegedly served whiskey to two men, with authorities seizing gallons of liquor.
Mass towns report multiple ice disasters. Ruth Dickinson aged around nine drowned after falling through ice near her home in Bethel. Vera Virta nine also perished after diving to save him, and Albert Goldsmith died trying to rescue her. In Willimantic, Thady McGillieuddy perished after attempting to save Morse who fell through an ice hole on Old Town pond. Ernest Becker aided, but rescue arrived too late. Kathleen May Youreen mystery song composer later rewarded.
A New York paper suggests Homer S. Cummings, Connecticut national committeeman, could be McAdoo’s running mate if McAdoo seeks the presidency. Gov. Smith's supporters doubt he would accept second place, while South political circles ponder a split ticket involving Copeland and possible backers across states.
Sacha Julia Howard of Bolton was a witness last week in New Haven County Superior Criminal Court in the case of Harry A. Fradley of Meriden charged with five automobile thefts. Authorities investigated the Howard Smith inquiry and linked coincidences to Smith, but Miss Howard was found not to be involved. Fradley said Miss Howard knew Smith at the time he was jailed and Smith remained unlocated.
Veterans Party Against Change continues efforts to organize a county service society in Bridgeport. The group plans to send executive members to veterans clubs, share by laws when completed, and promote a city bonus campaign. A mass meeting and a Ritz dance are scheduled for February 8.
New York January 20 Rockwood Hall the Rockefeller estate at Tarrytown on the Hudson is being converted into a private country club. Plans show an 18 hole golf course, riding stables, an outdoor pool, and power boat docks with boat houses. Invitations announcing the Nordicwood Hall Country Club were mailed to residents and officials.
The second Experts Committee appointed by the Reparation committee will convene at the Astoria Hotel in Paris tomorrow to locate German capital abroad and plan its return. Henry W. Robinson of Los Angeles is named unofficial American representative of the committee.
Bridgeport theatre goers awaited a rich bill featuring Marie Prevost in a tale of romance and social climbing at Polish Vaudeville plus Jellies of 1924, Jolities of 1927, and Bos ton’s Shadowscope with other acts. The Plaza Theatre offered The Love Nest with a town banker, then Twenty One starring Richard Barthelmess and Dorothy Mackall, plus Siding Billy Watson at Lyric Theatre and Park Theatre presenting What Women Can Do with Hyman Jacenhovils.
The Fifth Year, a film shown in the High School auditorium under Friends of Soviet Russia, depicts starving children in the famine. A large relief collection followed a stirring appeal by J. Caskow, field representative. A stray line about Norwegians and folklore appears in the report.
Connecticut Bar Association holds annual meeting at the court house with adoption of stricter admission rules and two year college prerequisites likely. Judge William F. Boardman opens sessions, Harlan S. Stone plans keynote on American Law Institutions, with reports and officer elections to follow.
Walter Driskowsky of 712 Shelton street was arrested for breach of peace after a Sunday night disturbance at a theatre. He toppled seats and scattered papers, prompting a sought arrest and a bond set at fifty dollars.
A young woman of refined appearance spent Saturday night in custody after allegedly stealing a small value frock from a Main Street counter. Released yesterday afternoon in bonds of $100, she used the assumed name Kathryn Ryan of Harrel Avenue before release.
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