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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1922
Page
4
Amusements notes celebrate the new Paramount picture Across the Continent. The review praises Wallace Rel in a defense of Sonar and glory and marks the film as a bold achievement in humor and spectacle.
Opened last night, a top automotive racing themed feature starring a star supported by Mary MacLaren with plot romance and daring scenes. A carnival of laughs follows with ALK Hall headlining a clever vaudeville lineup including Foster & Lemon and the Gray Sisters offering juvenile revue numbers and new comedy skits by Tube King and Asthor Norvel.
The review praises Vivian Martin's performance as the mother in Mother Fiernal at the Dawes Theatre. It lauds the film's intense portrayal of grief and sacrifice, calling the direction faultless and the acting landmark in conveying a mother’s desperate resolve.
Vehibald Clayeving-Gumiter shiffs drama Mr Barnes of New York stars Tom Moore and runs at the Empire theatre. The production is described as powerful with an interesting plot full of action and romance.
Westport July 30 The Bau gatuck Hase company carnival drew its largest turnout last night at the Compo Lot with over 1.30% of people attending and receipts reaching the hundreds. The carnival runs through Monday with grand prizes to be awarded Monday evening and rain on that day might close the midway. Deputy Sheriff Kirk arrested Vire and N. do for hugging the road in Clary Kirk’s truck. fined on all counts totaling 20.00. A separate auto sideswipe incident nearby caused no damage. the other driver faced charges but the case was dismissed on costs. Also noted are birthday plans for Rev Kenneth Macken and brief travel updates for locals including trips to Canada and visits from New York friends. Harold Shippey returned home after a stay with his uncle in Manchester.
Report notes Compo Beach attendance breaking records for a summer day. Traffic overwhelmed cars and trolley service, with police and special officers managing crowds near the Old Mill road repair area. Local residents and visitors from New York and nearby states fill the shore, while incidents include a foot injury and parking strain.
Stratford Town council approved traffic direction signs to divert congestion from East Broadway onto parallel Main Street routes. The plan includes closing the back road behind Christchurch and integrating it into Academy Hill park when funds allow. The move aims to create safer play and recreation space for youths and reduce auto conflicts on Academy Hill fields.
About 30 guarantors of Milford Chautauqua Association met in the town hall to plan Chautauqua week August 1 to 8. Miss Leona T. Wil of Swarthmore outlined the program and arrangements while Plymouth Church green will host the event. Officers elected include President Predus Crettary and Treasurer Henry 0. Teck with committees led by Groandak Agosta and M. Smith for transportation and lights. Junior Chautauqua will be chaired by Frank N. Platt.
About 36 prisoners escaped from Newport county jail were recaptured late afternoon at Dortsmornh and returned. Names include Fennelly, Jones, Lawrence, and Wren S Weston among others. several are artillery corps soldiers charged with automobile thefts. An ex-navy man Rebersmith also faces theft charges. Police noted the fugitives were seen near a peach orchard and crossed a road bridge to an island after dark.
Rev. Jason Noble Pierce of Washington DC delivered a sermon at United Congregational Church urging that peace comes through self sacrifice in the battle against evil. He tied Jesus peace to action against disease and social wrongs, stressing that a true Christian life requires struggle for others and dedication to saving lives.
Thousands of Knights of Columbus from across the country and Canada converge on Atlantic City for the fortieth annual convention opening Tuesday Exhibits show about 3 million dollars in wartime reconstruction expenditures for veterans on view to delegates and visitors.
Four New York drivers were arrested by Motorcycle Officer Donnelly for speeding 25 in an hour on Connecticut Avenue. Names include Henry Chief of 503 Twelfth Avenue, Benjamin A Shrack of 848 Seventh Line, Henry H. Baker of 42 West York Treat, and August J. Bahten of 22 East 40th Street. They posted 28 bail for city court appearances. Frederick Yer was arrested last night for abusing his wife. police report a bruise observed by the complainant.
Stratford town clerk Morehouse tabulated the recall vote across six districts showing high interest. Totals from the sixth district and others indicate margins for recall candidates Robert Turney Vito Benenetto Richard Herrickson Ralph Sherwood Walter Keeling and Mills Omomson with varying yes and no counts and margins. Registrars will meet August 4 and August 11 to revise and correct registration lists.
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