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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1924
Page
2
Yale alumni gifts totaling three million dollars were announced, with classes of 1874 and 1899 credited for large campaigns. The Sterling Fund and maintenance gifts support the Sterling School of Medicine and a new Yale library project, while notable pledges from the Westerling and Keogh circles fund fellowships and scholarships.
A son of Judge Boardman, Lyidfor Toimdmain or similar, follows his father’s path in public service and education. Born near Gow the dale, he attended local schools and later prepared at Shubps Academy in Andover. The narrative notes a tradition of teaching at the city’s schools and a family legacy in the public sector.
British archives are reported moved to the American embassy in Mexico City during a diplomatic exchange. Premier MacDonald discussed the situation in London with the American ambassador, with details about expulsion and custody of the records.
The article notes a 1923 wage scale effective June 1923 for the ladgeport division producing $202 944 Ob income before deductions, depreciation, interest, and fixed charges. It compares 1910 and 1919 price bases, indicating earnings at 776 percent of 1910 value and 28S percent of 1919 value, arguing for efficiency investments and increased fares.
A crowded listings page shows numerous meetings and gatherings across Bethlehem, Bridgeport, Cicero, and surrounding streets. Organizations include Masonic lodges and social clubs with multiple street addresses, times, and venue names, reflecting a bustling schedule of community events tonight.
Hall shocks rivals to claim the Class B school title in a tense championship. Despite a wobbly second half, standout performances by Hin and Madsen propelled the team to victory as they secured the top spot and celebrated a hard fought finish.
The Department of State notes mutual regard with Japan and outlines U S stance on Section 13 C of the Immigration Act of 1924. It acknowledges Japan's cooperation in curbing Japanese emigration and reiterates sovereign rights to regulate immigration. The memo states Congress defines immigration policy and that executive power cannot override statutory limits.
Chicago June 18 A bold mail train robbery near Chicago produced $275000 in cash seized by eight bandits. Four suspects are in custody with one confession and part of the loot recovered. Police and postal officials say a broader manhunt continues for the others. The case links to the Vontana brothers and other gang members under investigation in related heists.
Funeral announcements list August Ludtwich Miller Mary C Peet Catherine Callahan George Lanphier Shrittner Andrew Provis Paunch Ling Wary Tinn and other local residents. Services set from homes churches and cemeteries including St Michaels St Peters Lakeview and St Josephs with masses and interments in local plots.
Milford High School graduates of 1924 will attend a church service at Plymouth Congregational Church. A program from 7:10 to 7:30 pm features organist Raymond Parmette cellist Ruth Bb Radev violinist Emma Ts Goer and more. The valedictory address by Rev Charles I kin will discuss the graduates’ future.
Fragmentary OCR text describes unidentified females near a Welfare building and mention of daytime appearance. Lacks clear events, dates, or named entities. cannot determine a coherent news item.
Judge T Moss Ives opened Danbury city court to hear that Harvey Barrett received 90 days in jail for illegal liquor sales and Lariell was fined 400 dollars plus costs in the same session. Barrett, hobbling, walked to the bench to withdraw an appeal after learning his sentence. Baker has not decided whether to pay the fine or appeal.
A revised timetable reduces Fairfield's Sunday eastbound service to two trains, with departures at 7 72 and 10 40 am and 4 47 and 4 22 pm now halved from prior levels. Passengers face longer waits and must ride to Bridgeport or Southport for onward connections, delaying parcel post and freight deliveries.
Six individuals appeared in court after being charged with possessing unlicensed dogs. The local incident arose at Walford and Dox, with names including George Milla and Sia Wer summoned to appear tomorrow morning in Lown court.
Seven taxpayers faced charges for delinquent taxes in Lily court. Receipts proving payment were produced, and cases were settled or continued by Judge William Buckley. Notable entries include Mathew Muloncey and others with various fines and continuations to June.
Seventeen motor cases planned for hearing tomorrow morning as part of a Westport court session. Captain Walter Duffy reports a driver from 1207 North Layvenue Portage arrested for failing to display capacity of his dock. Dr Lilbert W Blakeslee of Sulson Adventure faces charges of driving while intoxicated with license suspended for a prior offense.
Omes and trustees of the Bridgeport Suicgs bank yesterday held a close conference to consider candidates for the position of president to fill the vacancy caused by the dean of Samuel M Johnson They mused to comment on the report the George H Woods secretary treasurer of the Blue Ribbon Tody company is to be the new head The annual meeting of trustees is slated to be held today and officers earlier declared they expected the choice to be made at this meeting Woods Rotary club and has been very active in charitable work He one of the highest Masons in the country The only comment on the matter was to declare that the directors have not met.
Skeptical user Mr Carter reports relief after using Kellogg's Bran for constipation. Letter traces long struggle with bowel issues, en emas, and dependence on other remedies before Bran proved effective in about three days. Ad touts Bran as non irritant, with two tablespoons daily and money back guarantee.
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