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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1926

Page

16

Merritt Praises Accomplishments Of 69th Congress

Merritt lauds the 69th Congress praising revision of federal revenue and tax laws as vindication for Mellon lower rates, argues rail labor and arbitration measures improve construction and prevent rail tieups, supports World Court engagement, notes opposition to the Haugen bill, and stresses progress on international amity and public works while acknowledging unresolved issues and reservations.

Schuyler Mellon Constructise Legislatinng New York Cour Baryard Oeuil Aviation Merrit S. Althaig EoMelon Eta Areme Scouli Amy Eal Reget International Amity Canada Ted Strtea France Eirety

Driver 1 Held for No License in Wan Oar

Samuel Amos, 87 Clarence Street, Wan oar, was arrested Saturday for operating a motor vehicle without a license. He was held at the Second Precinct station in default of bond set at 350.

Samuel Amos Clarence S Treet Wan O

Mendl separation is dismissed by society writer

New York gossip claims Miss Elsie at Versailles while Sir Charles Mead vacationing in Venice. The story of a separation is debunked as false. Elsie remains in France and Charles travels Italy, with no formal divorce or trial split in sight.

Cholly Knickerbocker New York Elsiie Paris Charles Mead Elsie United States Newport Ese Versailles Sir Charles Italy Venice Kisie Vence Canals Por Lady Mead Thippen Miss Elsie St Charles Porter TE. R. Thomas Fnr Mendl France

Fairfield 10 Vote 3000 Bond At Increased Rate

Fairfield July 25 Special The town meeting will be held Tuesday evening at Roger Ludowie High School auditorium with a large agenda. Voters will consider the first installation of hydrants, town court funds, sidewalk conditions, records protection, removal of Triangle Park, property line settlement in Southport, Post road location preference, right of way to the railroad, a gift parcel from Miss Annis H Jennings, and a bond issue of 83.00 at four and a quarter percent. The week also features a town band rehearsal, junior yacht club entries, bazaar plans, Legion meeting, luncheons, and many community events through Friday and into the weekend.

Fairfield Roger Ludiowe High School Town Planning Commission Triangle Park Post Road Grasmere Avenue Southport Plain Road Pequot Yacht Club Bay Shore L. L. Yacht Club St. Thomas’ R. C G. A. Smith Post No. 74 American Legion Legion Hall Ralph G. Ayers Simmer St Church of Christ Unquown Star of Connecticut No. 20 Shepherds of Bethlehem Red Mens Hall Pioneer Automobile Club Faith Chapel

Legislative Reflections on Budget and Aviation Advances

The interview discusses a proposed 150 trillion dollar appropriation with about 50 0 ton to be spent in Washington and the remainder nationwide via joint treasury and postmaster general approval. It notes aviation legislation as a forward step, aiding air travel, commerce, and shifting commercial air transport to the Department of Commerce for contracts with two airlines. It also recalls regret over farm relief efforts like the McNary Vaug en bill and river and harbor projects, citing concerns over cost, practicality, and interstate impacts, including a proposed New York state ship canal and a Great Lakes level change plan.

Washington Sas Army Department of Commerce Merritt Mary Hogan Hill Mary Hogan New York State Great Lakes Canada

Boy burned as Lysol spills on open bottle mishap

Henry Schantz, eleven, was treated at Emergency hospital for severe burns after Lysol spilled on him while opening a bottle. He was taken by ambulance to St Vincent's hospital. The odd moral aside appears in the report.

Henry Schantz V. Snarkowski St. Vincent's Hospital

Spain's royalty feted in Madrid ball at palace of Alba

In Madrid the Duke and Duchess de Alba hosted a grand ball at the Palace of Alba before King Alfonso and Queen Victoria Eugenia departed on a continental tour. The dinner featured three tables with sovereigns and royals, amid gold chandeliers, frescoed ceilings, and rich art. The event drew Infante Isabel, Ferdinand, Bavaria’s duchess, and other nobles, while Queen Victoria Eugenia wore white with glass beads and diamonds.

Marie DE Bourbron Madrid Duke Duchess de Alba United States Palace of Edria Alfonso Spain Principe de Asturias FH. M le Alon H. M Ae Atha Duchess of Santana Puke de Albay Tadics Thor H.R. H Infante Isabel Ferdinand Tenee Bavaria Spin H. H Madi Alba Asia Africa Han Lis Garden Queen Victoria Eugenia O Mr. Hammond Charleston Orchestra New York Anothe

Body of Branford boatman found near Guilford rocks

Branford, July 25. The body of Jack Ashley of Branford, missing a week after a sudden Long Island Sound storm sank his small fishing boat with Charles Foster of Stony Creek, was found by a fisherman on rocks near Morroay Island Guilford and identified by Medical Examiner A B McQueen. Foster’s body has not been recovered but is believed drowned. Ashley’s was brought ashore for burial.

Branford Charles Foster Stony Creek Jack Ashley Long Island Sound Marroiy's Island Guilford McQueen Ashley Poster

Local swimmers win at Bristol

Bridgeport Girls Swimming Club members dominated the Rockwell Park aquatic meet in Bristol with 15 entrants and a large crowd. Marion Bloomer captured the free style 106 yard event and the backstroke, Anna Baum won the breast stroke, Doris Harned and Helen Lesiewice led the 80 7rd double car swinl, Harrietson claimed the under year free style, and the Bridgeport girls performed a life saving demonstration while Victor Burner of Plainville presented a diving display.

Bristol Bridgeport Girl's Swimming Club Rockwell Park Marion Bloomer Anna Baum Doris Harned Helen Lesiewice Harrietson Bridgeport Victor Burner Plainville

Driver Held for Running Over Dog in Stratford

Stratford July 25. E Anderson of 1182 State Bridgeport was arrested for driving under the influence and held on £300 bond for Stratford Town Court tomorrow morning. Anthony Funteral was arrested for running over a dog and evading responsibility, driving off without stopping. the dog belonged to M Mea who reported the incident. Police officer Courtney arrested Funteral on evasion charges, held under $100 bond.

Stratford E. Anderson Bridgeport Keller Stratfoyt Anthony Funteral M. Mea Courtney Funteral Hell

Obituary notices from Stratford Milford and Bridgeport area

Funeral services are listed for Marie Carmine Georgetti at her Stratford home and Holy Rosary church with burial in St. Michael's cemetery. Survived by husband Amada daughter Nungiata Sonnelli and sons Antonio and Dominia. Also notes funeral for Harriet A. Jackson of Milford at Charles L. Dennis funeral home with burial in Lakeview cemetery and affiliations with local societies. Vincent A. Cogan Funeral from 224 Herral Avenue and St. Augustine's, burial in St. Michael's. Cogan linked to athletic circles and local organizations. Josephine Patuzzi Funeral for Josephine Patuzzi of 122 Poplar Street at Holy Rosary and St. Michael's, survived by husband John, son John Jr and daughter Theonora. sister of singer Caselatt.

Marie Carmine Georgetti Marie Carmine Geontetti Soundview Avenue Stratford Holy Rosary St. Michael's Cemetery Amada Nungiata Sonnelli Antonio Dominia Georgetti Harriet A. Jackson Robert Jackson Pritchard Road Milford Charles L. Dennis State Street W. TR. McDermott Washington Park Women's Monaseheart Loyal Order of Monase Milford Rebekah Leadee Vincent A. Cogan Philadelphia Herral Avenue St. Augustine's Church Welock Cogan Bridgeport SK. of C. Nackethail St. Augustine'’s Holy Name Society Waas St. Augustine's Parochial School Josephine Patuzat Josephine Patnagi Popukur St. Vincent's Hospital Franer Holy Rosary Church Hordal St. Ale Cael’s Mme Patuzzi John Poli John Jr Theoncr Mime Caselatt

Four Hurt At Bathing Beach From Shell Injuries

Four beachgoers were treated after incidents at Seaside Bathing. David Zeitner seven, sustained a scalp laceration while diving. Joseph Mante thirteen cut his nose on a baseball bat. Georges Mddinger injured a foot on shell or glass. Franc Aguilar thirty two cut on shell or glass. all received stitches or care from Dr. D. M. Rowe and emergency staff.

Son David Zeitner Baldwin Street Joseph Mante Jane Street Georges Mddinger Madison Avenue Franc Aguilar Mohawk Aso D. M. Rowe

Man's Leg Broken in Soccer Game

Olph Dahlgren twenty seven of East and Street New York City was playing soccer at Pine Creek Fairfield when kicked in the right leg. Dr. D M Rowe examined him and took him to St Vincent's hospital where it is said he has a broken leg.

Olph Dahlgren New York City Pine Creek Fairfield D. M. Rowe St. Vincent's Hospital Les

America Urged to Quit World Court

Senator Hiram Johnson of California pressed the demand that the United States withdraw its proposal to join the World Court. He cited anti American sentiment in Europe over debt settlements and claimed most European nations oppose the U S reservations. Johnson urged immediate withdrawal amid State Department silence and reports of European rejection.

Washington Coolidge Hiram Johnson California Europe State Department Department United States

Coolidges Cheerful Day at Saranac Lake Church

President Coolidge and Mrs Coolidge attended service at First Presbyterian Church in Saranac Lake with Secretary Wilbur of the navy department. Thronged crowds greeted them as they entered the church. Rev Ernest Louis Waltz preached in place of the vacationing pastor. Dinner at White Pine camp hosted newspaper correspondents. Wilbur arrived for the weekend and planned to sail to Seattle for a fleet cruise.

Man Held on Liquor Charge in Bridgeport

Joseph D Angele aged 23 of 231 Linen Avenue Bridgeport was arrested by Constable Arthur Bennett for transporting liquor. His car carried 47 gallons of alcohol and he is held on $1900 bond for a court appearance. Constable Elwood arrested T Philipps of New York for carrying a concealed weapon and motorcycle operation without license. Martin P Carlson was arrested for parking without diagonal?

Fairfield Joseph D'Angele Linen Avenue Bridgeport Arthur Bennett D'Angele Elwood Philipps East 77Th Street New York Martin P. Carlson Diant

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