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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1927

Page

2

King Michael of Roumania Aged Six Set to Rule

A dispatch from Bucharest reports that Michael, a six year old prince of Roumania, will ascend the throne on his eighteenth birthday. Sheltered by three nurses, he speaks three languages and spends much time in the gardens and on city streets with his mother. Court gossip notes a wistful look in his eyes as he attends social events and plays with a princess friend from last year.

Bucharest Roumania Associated Press Michael cMnd Ves Anid Pame Belen Greece Carol Pate Michael King Jong Nis Neen Houmania Amerigam Michels Mary Machiwid J. B.greiner Stratford Avenue L H. Corbis W. F . Kilpatrick David W. Price Tables Park Department Pubic Works Department Housatonic Avenue Slaughter House Wiliam Martin and Sons Claims Committee Edward Larkin Walter W. Garrity Remington Arms Company Artistic Bronze Company Common Council Remington Company Adelbert &Trauss Strauss Atwater Behrens Kelly

Doubts on Pension Law Delay City Pension Increases

A city board delayed pension increases amid questions over the pension law’s validity. Officials noted inconsistencies and sought a declaratory judgment from the Superior Court to interpret constitutionality. The debate covered pensions for line of duty injuries, dependents, and whether certain rates should be retroactive.

General Assembly Superior Court Phelan Poe Ueerwan Ponvon Wiless aLees Wnrther Perelons Tooseve Fatkee Althous William Anderson John Quinivan George Hayess Garry Sanger William H .Taylor Charley Campana Robert Dabha William Colgan Chas Pinegan John Cartign James Farnam Prudence Charles A. Wrrele Alpheus Goulden Jann Pele Robert Tate Josepo Lengyel George Kiley

Boston Billy Sought as Killer in Nassau County Burglaries

Boston Billy dubbed killer as alleged participant in burglaries of homes of socially prominent Nassau County residents. Monahan, Wagner’s killer, confessed to firing shots. court postponed. escape attempt with a spoon key foiled in Monahan’s cell. Barry, Monahan’s companion, claimed insanity and escaped from local jail in 1924 with a spoon-key device.

Nassau County James Ramsey Frank Holbrook Lynch Quinn Blans- Tied Mineola Monahan Wagner Barris Trey Boston Billy Barry James Rameey Jin Kes Barry Monahen

Dying Circus Worker Stabbing After Show Argument

In Binghamton New York on July 20 AP reports George Ro McLain 36 of Danville was held on an open charge after a quarrel with William P Murphy 40 of Bedford Mass near Miller 103 Ranch show. McLain chased Murphy with a knife and stabbed him, Murphy believed dying from abdominal wounds. Witnesses describe the altercation over a male team.

Binghampton George Ro McLain Danville Wiliam P Murphy Bedford Mase Millers 103 McLain Chasea Murphy Murphy

Roumanian Edict Proclaims Loyalty to Michael at Funeral

The Roumanian government issues a proclamation declaring faithfulness to King Michael and pledging unity around him after the death of King Ferdinand. The message honors Ferdinand’s reign and calls for national resolve to secure Roumania’s future under the new royal leadership.

Roumania Michael Ferdinand the Just Greater

Prince Michael Ascends Throne Amid Court in Bucharest

A sprawling report recalls King Ferdinand’s death and a regency to govern Romania until Prince Michael reaches eighteen. The army swears fidelity, censorship tightens, and all amusements close as Romania mourns. The body rests in Curtea de Arges mausoleum while diplomats offer sympathy.

Ferdinand Carol Rou-mantan Curten de Arges Elizabeth Controceni Bucharest P.o.aundl Charles Rumania Hungary Germany Austria Marie Great Britain Ireland Lse Postion i Rumania Rumenia Verdinand Victor Albert Maifred Sigmaringen Prince Leopold of Hohenzollern Antonia Infanta of

Let's Go Home I am Hungry King Michael Ascends Romanian Throne

In Bucharest on July 26, King Michael I, aged six, ascends the Romanian throne amid gun salutes and a royal oath. Princess Helen, Prince Nicholas, and officials witness the ceremony as the prince pledges to uphold the constitution. The boy, dressed in white, asks, in tears, Remember you are a king, and later voices triumph as crowds salute the new monarch.

Bucharest Roumania Michael the Friat Royal House Nicholas Helen Neana Cotrocent Place House of Parliament Miron Cristea Justice Buzdugen Michael 1 Mitai Chamber of Deputies Prince Nicholas Michael Justice Buscugan Parliament Calle Victoria

Ferdinand I of Romania and political turmoil in 1920s Europe

A historical sketch traces Ferdinand I of Romania from his Franco-Prussian era lineage through his ascent to the throne in 1914 and coronation in 1922. It notes his marriage to Marie, their six children, and persistent health declines including cancer rumors and radium treatments in 1925 and 1926, with Queen Marie of Jugoslavia nearby during crises.

Ferdinand Mile Helene Vacarescu Rumania Marie Alfred Duke of Edinburgh Saxe-Coburg Mile Vacaresco Carol Elizabeth George Greece Princesa Marie Alexander Jugoslavia Nicolas Princesa Ileana Charles Albajulla Plevna Feary Sluys Bucharest Slugs

unclear events in Romanian politics near Averescu era

A report notes Hta's improved condition and uncertain reports of a dangerous turn. He engaged in governance and was named as asking Premier Averescu to resign and requesting Prince Barbu Stirbey to form a national union ministry. Stirbey, a confidant of Queen Marie, appears in the account.

Hta Indinesa Averescu Barbu Stirbey National Union Ministry Prince Stirbey Marle

Bishops Reply to Wheeler Remark Names Smith Reed and Ritchle

A note at article end says Wheeler asked to disclaim press construction of his statement. Bishop Cannon and Dr Barton quote Wheeler on party candidates for Prohibition era, stressing the statement is Wheeler's opinion, not an official Anti-Saloon League declaration. The piece notes Southern dry officials’ clarification to avoid misunderstanding and mentions Dempsey and a coming event at Beaker.

Smith Reed Ritchle Wheeler Bishop Cannon Barton Wayne B Whetler League South Anti-Saloon League of America Dr. Wheeler Deepic

Ex prince Carol to stay in Paris after royal farewell

Ex crown prince Carol of Roumania remains in Neuilly near Paris in seclusion. He declines returning for his father’s funeral, cites impossibility of safety for a Bukarest journey, and asks reporters to stay away as mourners file into a condolence register.

Carol Paris

Lindbergh Lands Hartford Visit To Rousing Welcome

Postmaster H KX Taylor Secretary of State Frank Pallotti and Governor John H Trumbull led a crowd of dignitaries at Brainard field as Charles Lindbergh landed the Spirit of St Louis amid cheers. The arrival drew thousands, followed by a display of acrobatics and a guarded tour inside a hangar.

H KX. Taylor Frank Pallotti E 1. Kelly EB. Hart Fenn W. H. Corbin Lindbergh Hartford Brainard Field Lindy Connecticut John H Trumbull Dangar St Louis Houghton Bulkeley America

Lindbergh Welcomed in Hartford on National Air Tour

Colonel Lindbergh is greeted by Governor Trumbull and acting Mayor Bulkeley in Hartford as the first stop on his United States air tour. Speakers praise his flight from San Diego to Paris, applaud aviation progress, and express goodwill for future passenger and transcontinental air service.

Lindbergh Bartfard United States San Diego Paris Washington St Louis New York San Francisco Ptay Air Mail Europe Trumbull Connecticut France Belgium England Sughton Bulkeley Hartford Brainard Field Colonel Lindbergh

Two Men Injured in Free-For-All Fight on Main Street

A late morning brawl at Main Street and South Avenue left two youths wounded. William Halford, 22, was stabbed in the left side while George Nowan, 20, was cut above the right groin. Detectives arrested six others including Edward Blanco and Ralph Rivera. Officers Calder and Gilmartin led the response.

Main Street South Avenue Earliste William Halford State Street Chester Z. Haberlin George Nowan Myrtle Court Edward Blanco Ralph Rivera John A Wagner Lafayette Street Silvatore Perez Michael Larney George Simpsons Fred Derrick Edward Daily Tru Bhea Tony Wolfe McDonald Ford Gilmartin Zenhigh Luciano

Too Much liquor for wedding leads to fine in New Haven

In New Haven on July 20 AP reports Charles Cumarsky planned 93 gallons of corn whiskey for a daughter's wedding feast. In court he defended the quantity citing guests of Jewish faith and Irish attendees, but he was fined 150 dollars after admitting selling three gallons.

New Haven Charles Cumarsky Pourcner Cumarsky Cumersky

Miss Lena Hitchcock Heads Overseas League President

Miss Lena Hitchcock of Washington DC named president of the Nations Woman's Overseas League in session at Denver. She may appoint her own executives including Ellen Kinney recording secretary Elsie Galloway corresponding secretary and Fostine Dennis treasurer. Corps area vice presidents include Sophie E Arnold Poole Martha Blakeslee Jane Doyle Pauline Brown and Ruth Roseholt.

Denver Colo Lene Hitchcock Washington, DC the Nations Woman's Overseas League Ellen Kinney Philadelphia Elsie Galloway Washington, D. C Misa Fostine Dennis Washington D.C Sophie E. Arnold Poole Martha Blakeslee New Haven Jane Doyle Pauline Brown Foleda Ruth Roseholt Minneapolle

Woman Inn Owner Appeals Liquor Fine

East Haven July 20 Mrs Nellie Green Talmadge proprietor of the Talmadge Inn at Short Beach and her time partners were fined 700 dollars plus costs by Judge Germond for liquor law violations. Edward Fertman former New Haven police commissioner and Joseph Way were also arrested following state police claims they were served intoxicating liquor at the inn.

East Haven Appgate Nellie Green Talmadge Short Beach Germond Talmadge Edward Fertman New Haven Joseph Way Inp

Two Bridgeport Men Lose Driving Licenses

Jeremiah Lynch and Edward Maher join 43 others in Connecticut suspensions for one year due to driving while under the influence of minors. The list identifies names and actions taken against motor vehicle operators across the state.

Bridgeport Jeremiah Lynch Edward Maher Air Connecticut Mqnor

Shea Rubber Co executive dies in Hartford after illness

Hartford July 20 John J. Shea former vice president of the Hartford Rubber company and of the Providence Rubber Co. subsidiaries of the United States Rubber Company, died at his home today after a week's illness.

Hartford John J. Shea Hartford Rubber Company Providence Rubber Co United States Rubber Company

American and European briefs spark social turns and structures

A roundup of society notes: Milton ton travels to Europe to study law while Mrs Rocke-Tricer joins in Paris. Princess Juliana plans to register under Miles Louise Van Buren at Leyden University. Edith Howells inherits a lucrative ad agency stake from Mathaniel Atkins. Elizabeth Willette seeks to undo a divorce after a costly financial reversal. Gertrude Gruen Op penheimer remains as secretary to her husband after marriage. Brown University marks a hymn site tablet linked to Joseph Gilmore. Gladys Turner is hailed as the new ideal American ankle at a hosiery expo, enlarging the measure from last year.

New York David Merriwether Milton, Jr Europe Milton Abby Rocke- Tricer John D. Rockefeller Paris Leyden Holland Miles Louise van Buren Juliana Edith Howells Mathaniel Atkins Willow Wanda Elizabeth Willette Gertrude Gruen St. Louis Solomon N. Oppenheimer New York Realty St. Patrick's Cathedral Borermoon Gertrude Gruen Oppenheimer Philadelphia Brown Providence United Gas Improvement Company Public Utility Joseph Gilmore Gilmore

Gas Millage Claim Ford Device Promises Better Efficiency

A dubious ad touts a thermostatic device claimed to improve mileage to twelve miles per gallon for Ford owners. It mentions no drilling required and promises nationwide distribution through a General Motors agents network. The text is garbled but implies a marketing pitch for an efficiency device with bold claims and a dubious installation process.

Ceseinmandie Lowe Ford Blancks Cadliiss la Salle Care Delo Lighting Dl Visting General Motors Frank Andrew Bianche Ile Devices Co Chicaga

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King Michael Joshua Meltzer Augusta Josephson Patrick Delaney Valvoline Git Company N W. Bishop T Hanks Waterahohive Associated Presa Greater Roumania Cpen Cna Ferdinad Ferdinand the First Prince Michael King Portugal Romania Leopold Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen Wilhelm Love Mr Dempsey Neally Mme Lupescu Monsieur Carol Caralman Neuilly Parle Prince Carol Hns Neuill Ben Lena Hitchcock Woman Inn The Associated Presse Lare
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