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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1924
Page
2
The text proclaims Democratic creed and policy, urging liberal and independent thought to support progress and national sovereignty. It emphasizes no compromise in reelection and insists on continued bold action against countervailing forces as the nation faces a changing world.
Motorist Tom Anthony Ciblantaro faced trial for operating a vehicle without a valid license. Proceedings referenced payments of costs and ties to local city charges. Albert Peters and Baward Jackson mentioned in relation to the case, with continued proceedings expected after a night session.
Original July 9 report notes Constable H I Elwood Democratic Town Committee chairman predicted John W Davis would be the nominee. The forecast spread quickly through Fairfield and drew congratulations for the anticipated result.
A truck carrying nearly 1000 live chickens overturned near a railroad viaduct on Pembroke Street. Chickens fled as spectators and taxi drivers chased them. most birds were recovered, with few missing. CRS: Levin's Poultry Market faced a messy scene and a disrupted trip.
In a rambling column from Rogers on the convention, the author praises William Jennings Bryan for his uncanny influence over the Democratic party. He recalls Bryan’s tactics, hinting he named the nominees and helped Davis fall. The piece laments the political theater and closes with a wink at his own waning role.
At a Bridgeport State Police Association meeting last night, 12 delegates were elected to attend the Annual State Police Association convention on August 6 in Momangan Conn. Delegates include Sergeant J J Coughlin chainy Ian Alexander Coughlin John T Hardin Joseph Whalen Albert Greaskarth Carl Teatassen Andrew Harding P D O Neil Duke Glancy Charles Payton Frederick Deerick C Be Awakeniah and William Welise.
A chaotic convention hall scene featured Davis urged to accept the second ticket spot amid speeches praising him as a storied statesman. Delegates repeatedly moved to nominate figures including Owsley, Berry, Springs, Greenway, and Silzer while Meredith denied any candidacy.
The funeral for Turk Reid drowned Sunday was held Tuesday noon at Greenwood Avenue. Rev Frederic Walsh of the Congregational church officiated with a large attendance including Boy Scouts as honorary bearers. Burial in the Center cemetery followed. Also noted funeral of Mrs Georgy A Shepard of 48 South Street who died at home after illness. she would have been 85 in September. Services were held from her home with burial in Center cemetery. Prank Stelzal of Washington D C visiting his mother Mrs Gare Stelzel. Miss Marguerite Wheeler returned home after a month in Vermont. May and Mrs Purcell Rockwell visiting friends in town.
A garbled list of Bridgeport meeting notices includes lodge rooms on Main Street Broad Street and State Street for various orders and circles. Also mentions a Probate Court notice and financial statements, with references to heat and scheduling changes. names and addresses are uneven and partially unreadable.
Died Terling In Lils city July 9 Mary We wife of Andrew of 237 NW Uiam street 85 year. Friends at funeral Mortuary chapel avenue. Interment Arlington cemetery. Fr I. daughter Van Ness aged 66 days. Anniversary mass for Gordon La Cooper on Friday at St Augustine’s church. Gard of thanks expresses gratitude to those who remembered us after our sad bereavement. George Thells & Son
A sparse catalog lists spool cotton, lint thread, and sewing notions in assorted colors. Includes spools, thread, buttons, pins, hairpins, bobbins, brass accessories, aprons, shears, and rugs with sale prices and brand names.
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