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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1926
Page
7
A fragment from Stratford describes a roadside advertisement near Parad Avenue and Main Street, noting gasoline prices and a sale. It mentions Sallocs sold and a familiar station sign. The text is garbled but centers on fuel price offers and a local storefront promotion.
A large congregation of about fifty clergy members gathered at St Marys Church in Bridgeport for the funeral of Mrs. Lyddy. The service featured numerous pastors and officials from parishes across the region, with Rev. John Fitzgerand leading the solemn rites and Rev. Tod Kenneats assisting. Flower bearers and community figures shared in the collective tribute, reflecting Mrs. Lyddys involvement in church and charitable activities.
San Diego report details how Tia Juana closed its streets for a state ceremony honoring Mee Hong, founder of the town. The article notes Mee Hong died Sunday, his influence spurring the development of dance halls, houses, and curio shops as Tijuanan growth accelerated.
Cheri W. Westight and son Frank West suffered a compound fracture and multiple bruises after a collision last evening on Bishopsnl Connecticut avenues. Injuries also reported to a girl at State Street and Railroad Avenue from a separate crash.
London July 22 Miss Margaret Bondfield, leader in the Trades Union Congress, wins a seat inWallsend. She receives 15,566 votes while her rival gains 9,934, with conservative candidates around 1,600. The result marks a historic moment for women in Parliament.
A Waterbury youth, age not stated, is held by Danbury police amid unclear charges as authorities seek to determine his involvement in a case tied to missing local women. Debra Cabs is named in the associated report with patrols and possible questioning continuing.
Snedaly Thomas J Pray, former Democratic registrar of voters, died at his daughter’s home in Stamford. He had long served as a central figure in local politics, with many relatives surviving. The obituary notes his connection to the Democratic party and lists several children and grandchildren.
A local council debates allowing police to wear bathing costumes while patrolling beaches. Critics warn it harms decorum and safety as officers face objections from civil groups and concerns about public order and propriety at seaside areas.
About 100 employees attended the company outing at Champs farm Black Reef. The event began with a supper outdoors, followed by a base ball contest and athletic races. Prizes were awarded after the dances and games, with Mrs Derath organizing the party for the perforating department.
Danbury youth Eugene Northrop, son of Mr and Mrs Henry Northrop of Rohinden Avenue, will depart for Constantinople in August to study for two years. A Danbury High School graduate and Yale alumnus, he plans to enter Yale upon return. His uncle, Hare Barham, is a professor at Fosters College.
Tiarprom reports Bridgeport ranks second in weekly accident totals with 880 incidents, including seven fatalities, for the corresponding week last year. Hartford leads, followed by New Haven and others. Patrick G. Glannotti and Joan Flarey noted among officials.
New Haven readers are urged to consider Matamel for bladder and kidney ailments. Mrs John Iridon of 178 A Villeren Street Testifies to improved backache, energy, appetite, and sleep after using Matamel. The ad notes over 2000 customers and claims Matamel contains no alcohol or drugs. Hindle's Drug Stores and others dispense it.
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