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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1927

Page

8

Swedish National Chorus Wins Warm Bridgeport Welcome

The Swedish National chorus, directed by Emil Careltus, performed at Central High School in Bridgeport amid travel delays caused by automobile trouble and storms. The group, touring the United States from New York on June 1, featured soloists Gustaf Rodin, John Friberg, Joel Bergland, and John Johaason, delivering a varied program of nineteenth century works, folk songs, and contemporary pieces to an enthusiastic audience.

Bridgeport Uediga National Chorus Central High School Swedish Singing Society Norden New York Oretor Ivar Afzellus Connecticut Gustaf Rodin Royal Opera of Sweden Vienna Pera John Friberg Golden Tenor Sweden Joel Bergland Royal Opera of Stockholm John Johaason Otto Cleson Ud Var Hage Gotland Latform Morgen Mar Eklof Sten Sture Aug Korling John Johanson Otto H Loven Eric Peterson Alex Hedin Boston

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Urges Health

A nurse from Greenfield Massachusetts reports strong health gains after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash. She cites restored energy for nursing and housework, noting improved strength and the ability to support her duties and go out. Dozens of letters praise the remedy’s benefits for weakness.

Lydia E Pinkham Davis St Greenfield Mas Lydia E Pinkhams Lancaster Pa Lacie

Estate of Dr Gibney Leaves Widow Major Share

Dr Virgil F Gibney of Marina Park who gained nationwide fame as an orthopedic surgeon left an estate valued around 200000. The will places most property in life use to his widow Julia Trubee Gibney and to his son Robert A Gibney 19 who are named to execute the estate. They stand with a joint bond of 1000000. Dr Gibney died here on June 16.

Virgil F Gibney Marina Park Julia Trubee Gibney Robert A Gibney Gibney

Peanuts Delivers at Empire Handicap in New York

Peanuts, weighted 124 pounds, won the Empire City handicap at Empire City track, beating Sanford by 22 pounds and Light Carbine by 18. Jockey Thurber steered the Son of Ambassador to a one length victory in a mile and a quarter despite the heavy burden, the race clocking 2 0 6 for the distance. GE Hamilton rode Mount Beacon to win the Maple Avenue purse at Latonia Kentucky with Connelly aboard at 84 to 80 odds.

New York Peanuts Handiap Emple City Sanford Light Carbine Thurber Ambassador Latonia Kyas Maple Avenue GE Hamilton Mount Beacon Connelly

Easterners Reach Semi Final in Philadelphia Tennis Tourney

Three eastern players and one western rival advance to the Philadelphia Cricket Club tournament semis. Cranston Holman of Leland Stanford faces Pearson, while Manuel Alonso seeded No 1 plays Julius Seligson in the quarterfinals. Holman defeated Ben Gorchakoff 6-4 6-4. Alonso beat Fritz Mercur 6-3 4-6 6-5.

Philadelphia Middle States Philadelphia Cricket Club Cranston Holman Leland Stanford University Manuel Alonso Stanley W Pearson Philatelphia Julius Seligson New York City Holman Pearson Alonso Seligson Ben Gorchakoff Occidental College Fritz

Worthy Todd Wins Windsor Feature at Sage Park

Worthy Todd a bay horse owned by WH Leese of Monroe New York won the 209 trot feature at Sage Park closing the Bay State circuit four day harness meet. John Gallaher won the final heat trotting the mile in 210, Red Dillon captured three heats and the 218 pace, Millie W won three straight heats in the 915 pace.

Windsor Conn Worthy Todd WH Leese Stable Monroe New York Sage Park John Gallaher Red Dillon Millie W

Two Cars Recovered After Stolen Report

Two cars reported stolen Wednesday night were recovered yesterday. The recovered vehicles belonged to Frank Denese and John Blansfield. Additional cars reported stolen last night belonged to Edward Carlaon of Carleton Avenue and Fred Clark of Stratfield.

Awo Edward Carlaon Carleton Avenue Fred Clark Stratfield Frank Denese John Blansfield

Doorman Mrazik Discharged From Hospital

Doorman Andrew Mrazik, connected to the Second Precinct station and confined ten days at St Vincent's hospital after a serious automobile strike, was discharged yesterday. He had been reported in serious condition upon arrival.

Andrew Mrazik Sheridan Street Second Precinct St Vincent's Hospital Marzik

Burning Sulphur Smoke Triggers Fire Alarm at Cole Street

Just before six o clock last night Assistant Chief George Beardslee and firefighters were called to 40 Cole Street where smoke emerged from a vacant tenement. Firemen found no flame but a quantity of burning sulphur causing the alarm.

George Beardslee Cole Street

Ambulance Calls Report From City Streets

Ambulance calls logged from 10:30 am to 6:15 pm note multiple injuries and transports. Bertha Klein treated for scalp laceration at Emergency Hospital then to 964 Lawer Avenue for Frank Gaylord with acute appendicitis sent to Bridgeport Hospital. Daniel Frey suffered a laceration to the right thumb at Madison School. Dominic Perella sustained a concussion at Leeside Park bathing pavilion, transported from Emergency Hospital to St Vincents Hospital. Carmella Glovodano fractured skull after being struck by auto, moved from Emergency Hospital to 284 Lexington Avenue St Vincents Hospital. Walter Tymiss had knee and chin injuries, transported to St Vincents Hospital.

Hancock Avenue Bertha Klein Temple Lawer Avenue Frank Gaylord Bridgeport Hospital Madison School Daniel Frey Leeside Park Dominic Perella Washington Avenue St Vincents Hospital Carmella Glovodano Lexington Avenue Walter Tymiss Warren Court

Death Car Left Side of Road Testimony At Inquest

Westport inquest heard witnesses describe a sedan driven by Adolph D Aulisa on the Post road near Peat Swamp last Saturday night. Coroner reserved decision after testimonies noting D Aulisa smelled of alcohol and was allegedly incapable of safe driving.

Westport John J Phelav Alphonso Lavoranto Blatchley Avenue New Haven Salvatore Cape Cherry Street Adolph D'Aulisa Elizabeth Street Bridgeport Jmly Atteney Samuel Reich Bridgepot Chiles Quigley Quigely D'Aulisa D'Aulisas D'Aulis New York Mehta

Inquest Hears Widow and Family at Accident Scene

A man testified his berth smelled of liquor though he could not tell if beer or stronger stuff and could not confirm intoxication. Widows, children, and relatives of accident victims attended the inquest but were passive. D'Aulisa to appear at Town court for driving while intoxicated on Thursday morning July 14.

Sarva Bernard Scully D'Aulisa Bridgeport Branley T Jennings D’auhsas Bonds William Graboski John Concord Street New Britain Dauwlisa Wm Gabroski New Haven William Tripp Strate Police D’aulisa Tripp Oo Amswer

Japan raises submarine tonnage demand at Geneva talks

Geneva July 7 The Associated Press reports Japan seeks 70 000 tons of submarines under a proposed tri partite treaty, aiming for a higher share than the US Britain plan. The move mirrors Japan’s open stance that the status quo should guide any settlement, while leaders from the US and UK press for compromise amid ongoing negotiations.

Geneva Switzerland Associated Press For the Light Japan United States Great Britain Saito Nippon Washington Hugh S Gibson Hean W C Bridgeman Total Crise Gibson Executive Committee

Weidlich Drops Suit Against Spouse After Divorce

Maria Phalen Weidlich of Norwalk withdrew a 4 830000 damage action against her husband Dr Harold OC Weidlich Norwalk dentist with offices in this city. She had claimed in her suit that he violated an oral agreement made before her second marriage in 1924.

Maria Phalen Weidlich Norwalk Harold OC Weidlich Miss Weidlich

Union question debated at Episcopal Church Congress

San Francisco July 7 An Associated Press report notes an unusual moment at the Episcopal Church Congress as Rev Henry Lewis of Ann Arbor Mich urged the church to consider sanctioning certain unmarried unions. He cited Judge Ben Lindsay’s companionate marriage as a model for weighing existing social evils.

San Francisco Associated Press Episcopal Church Congress Henry Lewis Ann Arbor Ben B Lindsay

Levine Veers Westward Amid Rift With Chamberlin

Levine prepared to pilot the Columbia toward London with a French pilot as Chamberlin objects to a joint return flight. Chamberlin says he cannot join due to prior engagements and the need to overhaul the plane. He wishes the French pilot luck and will guide him in operating the ship.

Levine Chamberlin Chamberlin Bellanca Levine Byrd United States America Columbia Europe London Paris New York Phlot

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BS Staef Revilwer Lydia E. Pinkham Little Horse Easterners Seligman Windsor Mrs. Weidlich Drouhin J. Johnson & Sons Bridgeport, Conn Ogee Palm Beach J. Johnson *& Sons Boys’ Johnson & Sons Quality Corner OF Main & Wall Sts
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