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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1926
Page
2
James R. Sheffield, the American ambassador and dean of the rerp., has not acted officially on mediation. Mexico City sees massive religious evocations with crowds at the cathedral and court yard, many headed to the Virgin of Guadalupe. Confessions and ceremonies continue as priests perform mass and weddings amid unprecedented crowds.
The committee heard testimony on vote buying and contempt threats as it reviewed campaign spending and alleged finance irregularities. Witnesses cited Sinclair and Brookhart cases, with figures showing costs across districts, including a $947,635.47 total and $8,100 to $10,000 in foreign language advertising for McKinley. Deputy marshals in Cook County faced polling day duties amid DOJ order changes.
George Brown twenty six of Seabright avenue New Haven was arrested last night on a charge of operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. He was photographed at the scene of a minor accident at Stratford avenue and East Main street.
The Sick Room Supply Co and Smith's Cigar Store at 246 State St announce a store closure for two weeks from August 6. Customers are urged to stock up this week or wait until August 15. An advertisement promotes a chance to win a $200 free radio with inquiries by representation.
Transfer to Hillside home for Jatin Melsky at 220 Sheridan Street. Fracture of right vadils for Charles Giles at 20 Ctincon Avenue. Taken to St Vincent's bus. 2:00 p.m. for Mrs Anna Meyer Baldwin Street fracture of right femur. Taken to Bridgeport Hospital 4.00 p.m. for May Cannery 335 Ralived Avenue struck by ute abrasions of chin left elbow and right knee treated and left. Transfer for Mrs Donaldson TAS Park Avenue. Taken to Bridgeport Hospital.
The Poincare government pushes a budget increase with salaries raised to 45 000 francs amid currency weakness. The finance committee approved a special foreigner tax and discussions with French Belgian ministers aim to shore up the franc.Banks and experts urge larger foreign credits tied to debt accords with the United States and Britain, while parliament stalls on ratification delaying action until fall.
Waterbury July 29. Judge Alfred C Baldwin in Superior Court today granted the Connecticut company authority to operate busses from Derby to Bridgeport to New Haven along the trolley route. The Public Utilities commission had granted a franchise earlier, but Bridgeport-Waterbury Passenger Service Inc appealed the order. The judge allows bus operation until the courts rule on the appeal.
Bridgeport Republican organization gains state recognition through a patronage appointment. Joseph Tyers, longtime King ally and former Bridgeport Brass employee, appointed to State employment bureau at Bridgeport office, earning 2400 dollars yearly starting Monday. His political work followed a party rift between John T. King and J. Henry Roraback.
Report notes a minister faces murder indictment with claims he may serve as a state's witness. Announcement cites a true bill returned against Dr Norris after a pastor denied counsel, followed hours later by notice from Dr Nur’s office that Marvin Simpson was retained to represent the minister.
Work on the state capitol is finished featuring toned down woodwork and panels, with rebuilt built in bookcases balancing a mantle and reconstructed marble fireplace. A central room receives matching Oriental rugs in coordinated color schemes, enhancing executive areas and nearby spaces.
Mayor Behrens issues warrants for a special Common Council session on August 2 to elect a successor to Alderman Krank X. McCarten of the Fourth district who resigned to join the police department. Sheriff Donate D'Eia will serve the warrants. Abe S. Geduldig is to be elected McCarten's successor.
Connecticut company wins approval to rebuild trolley line on North avenues from Dewey street to Ash Creek end. Project covers about feet with 100 feet of double track and 1,150 feet of single track, tied to street paving efforts.
Walter W. Garris resumed duties at City Hall after attending the National Association of Accountants and Auditing Officers convention in Kansas City. He had been away while at the conference and now is back at work.
Postmaster Arthur J. Connor will accompany Mayor Behrens to the Willard Republican Mansion dinner in New Haven on August Tat Livin Rock. State Chairman J Henry Roratack and Governor John J. Trumbull are slated as principal speakers.
A ten year old boy, Tom Sebeck of 235 Catherine Street, fell in the yard and landed on a broken piece of glass. He suffered a deep wound to his hand, treated at the emergency room.
Damascus Syria July 2 old world city scarred by fierce fighting as French troops clash with Druses to retain mandate. gardens, once famed as paradise, now ring with cannon fire and barbed wire. casualties mount while trade stalls and the famed market declines amid a siege atmosphere.
The grand jury investigating the Hall murders heard over 50 witnesses before dismissal. Arthur Riehl filed for annulment against Louise Geist, alleging Mrs Hall was paid 5000 to withhold information. Mrs Hall was arrested after authorities cited new evidence and transported to county jail for questioning.
A Hartford girl described a brutal assault with seven teeth knocked out and severe bruising. She said a man left her at a hotel with two men, rode with them to a small sedan, and later endured attempted smothering and further attack before waking on a roadside near Absecon. The victim identified the assailant in delirium as Margaret Tuttie, living at 8 Genes Avenue, Hart.
A powerful tropical gale devastates Nassau and nearby Bahama Islands with 130 plus believed drowned, 70 boats sunk, and widespread destruction. Relief efforts mobilize from Miami while ships race to aid Nassau and rescue crews report 100 mph winds and heavy damage to coastal structures and vessels.
A federal probe links a vast rum ring to 90 indictments. About 4000 gallons monthly moved under government permit from WHECTCUHES and Jopp drug company of Huffaly to Niagara Falls firms. Alcohol shipped by boat to Canada, redistilled, repackaged with government stamps, sold at high prices with illicit routes to Windsor Detroit and Ontario. Prices and totals cited include 1.104 dollars per gallon and an estimated worth of 144 billion.
Soeseph Shumaski, 35, of 478 Gregory Street, was arrested after a three day drunken rampage that led his wife to call police. He faces charges of intoxication, breach of peace, and resisting an officer.
In a favorable reading by administration leaders Cub Eli is viewed as a strong contender for Burnham's seat. District candidates mentioned include Lederer in the Ninth and Dennis Welly in the Twelfth for the Republican senatorial nomination, with several other lawyers and officials listed as possible runners.
Eyewitness recounts a bank style train robbery near Salisbury with two assailants using a steel automatic. A passenger and conductor describe being forced from the car and a baggage sack looted before the robbers fled at a crossing. Jordan and Brakeman Thomas involved.
Samuel Dawe president of the pastor board of commissioners travels in England with Supt. Frank J. Fanagan and Captain John Lyddy. No meeting held last night to act on Patrolman Youn Lombard's death. Board to resume only after Dawe returns.
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