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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1923

Page

2

One Man Trolley Cars Approved in Waterbury

The Public Utilities Commission ruled one man trolley cars may continue in Waterbury. It found accidents were not caused by one-man cars and endorsed existing rules while urging safety improvements on hilly streets. The decision cites nationwide acceptance of one-man operation as economical and safe.

Waterbury Public Utilities Commission Todey Gent Tne Commission Connecticut Company

Old Wall Street Firm Bankrupt In Tight Rescue Bid

The firm failed to meet Merrill Morgan demands and pressured J P Morgan & Company's partner Themas Cochran to intervene. Cochran planned a midnight conference after returning home to discuss the situation, but Morgan & Company deemed the Zimmermann & Forshay condition dangerously critical.

Old Wall Street Morgan Themas Cochran J. P Morgan & Gonpany Morgan Qouee Cochran Wlenhene Zimmerman & Forshay Morgan & Company

Petersons Ointment Ad Claims Piles Cure

A reader testimonials Petersons Ointment for piles, claiming relief after using boxes and a half. The ad cites a patient from New York and includes typical prompt persuasive lines about itching, pressure, and complete recovery.

Thousands Flock to Beaches to Escape Severe Heat

Heat driven crowds gathered at beaches while schools faced noon dismissals. Superintendent Cortright warned elementary classes may close early if heat persisted. Factories closed early. the Yellow Bull bridge could not open due to overheated steel girders. Weather forecasts promised cooler relief overnight.

Theintks Sunerintendete B. Everete Cortright Cortright Yellow Bull Bridge Stratford Avenue Yellow Mill

Griffin Hospital Needs More Funds to Expand

Special to the Telegram reports Griffin Hospital plans costly improvements including 24000 for nurse accom modation, 10000 for a maternity ward, and 30000 to clear debts, totaling over 150000 needed in the near term. The annual Terrénere Allis report notes these figures and upgrades discussed at the latest meeting.

Terrénere Allis Griffen Hospital Association

Local Fraternal and Civic Meetings Listed in Bridgeport

Readable notices list numerous Bridgeport fraternal and civic groups meeting at area lodges clubs temples and halls including American Society of Mechanical Engineers Stratfield hotel Bridgeport Philatelic Club Bridgeport Athletic Club Zither Club K of P and many others with street addresses and meeting nights across 1 State Street 47 East Washington Avenue 1087 Broad Street and surrounding venues.

Bridgeport American Socidty of Mechanical Engineers Stratfield Tiridgeport Lodge B. O State Street Bridgeport Philatelic Clk Melga Bridgeport Aifie Club State Armo Bridgepion A. MY Masonic Temple Hamilton Mrutlond Milonsterlire Stratield Brees Strew Loeviz Stella Washington Avenue Woo Tia St Jusayh's TV Aif L Avsociation Ut! Barnum Ov Pins Hewe de Gusti A. Th Broad Street Franklin Barilett Galls Isroaud Slrenty Azzmend W. Auris Post Siatu Street Olga Lodge Buns and Daughters of Hierman East Sisin Street Briggenort Command America

Wall Street Plans Emergency Pool After Exchange Debate

The New York Stock Exchange debated a proposed emergency liquidity pool and waivers of immunity for members. Deputy AG Mosenthal said the exchange refused to adopt a resolution forcing disclosure of firm affairs. Seymour Cromwell signaled potential future action, while President Cromwell and others discussed penalties and unity. A separate note describes a red georgette pawn with large white wool embroidery patterns.

New York Stick Exchange Towel

Billy Sunday of Japan speaks at Baptist Church

The evangelist historically known as Billy Sunday of Japan shared his conversion from Buddhism to Christianity at First Baptist Church. Rev. K Imad, dubbed the Billy Sunday of Japan, narrated his journey from Buddhist priesthood to Baptist ministry. The talk, in Japanese with an interpreter, drew a large audience despite bad weather and outlined his early work in Japan and travels to Hawaii and Pacific coast missions. Tonight he continues in Hartford after a recent Atlantic City convention.

First Baptist Church K. Imad Billy Aubde Japan H. v. Shalbata California Imal Amon Hich Baptist Church Yokohama Theological Seminary Tokio Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention Atlantic Sky Astern States Hartford

Postmaster Greene To Hold Over In Dew Town

The article details a local Republican contest with Robin son as a potential candidate and support from town committee members. Senator Challenger and Connor have backed the effort, while the state organization favors Merritt but will not interfere while he maintains his stated policy.

Dew Town Committée Robinson Nimself Han Connor

Leviathan Plays Up Afloat On Trial Run

Leviathan glided through fog on a four hour trial trip to West Indian waters. Captain Farney praised the liner as perfect and said she operated as if twenty years old. Captain Hartley observed the heavy fog and noted visibility limited to only one of the three towering funnels.

Associated Prese Fyarney West Indian Hartley Fox

Yale Alumni Give Record Gifts And Prized Papers

Yale University receives a $4,000,000 endowment gift plus $100,000 for Forest Production Research and $109,000 for the Jamoa Goodrich Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Wolfs Head Society pledges $500 yearly for Edward 4d. Phelps scholarship. Alumni funds total about $474,500. alumni class gifts reach $195,536 with bequests nearing half a million. Col Edward M. Howie promises his personal collection of political papers for Yale once Sterling Memorial Library is finished, to be stored in a vault for select students. Police guard Prince Caetan at Yale amid handbill protests condemning his Mussolini-era regime. Several Yale affiliates receive honorary degrees as part of commencement.

Jamoa Goodrich Charles Sriliman Wolfs Head Society Yale Edward Phelps Frederick Mead Paul W.W. Abbott Henry R. Schenker Cotene New Haven Tyne Prince Cactant Yale University University of the Prince Woolsey Hell Ihe Caetan Wisttor Hose Win Woolsey Hall Vele Tatian Mussolini Attila Caligula Mero Hherty Staliang Civil Lovers OF Liberty Prince Caestend Wiliam FP. Bao Saugatuck Fale University Sr. Eno Mnndecport Ander

Thirteen Apply for Job as Postmaster

Thirteen men filed civil service examination papers for Bridgeport postmaster, to replace Charles F. Greens when his commission ends September 10. The applicants include Charles Greene, Frederick J. Wetstine, John A. H. Robinson, William I. Marigold, Peter J. Coyne, William Chew, Howard B. Challenger, William H. Seeley, Will J. Nichols, Arthur F. Connor, Howard F. Rockwell, James T. Reynolds, and William Beiarch. The Civil Service Commission will grade papers in five to six weeks, then certify the top three for recommendation to Congressman Schuyler Merritt. Merritt will submit names to the Town Republican committee for final selection.

George HH. Manning Washington Civil Service Bridgs- Bort Charles F. Greens Civil Service Commission Postmaster Greens Charles Greene Frederick J. Wetstine John A. H. Robinson William I. Marigold Peter J. Coyne William Chew Howard Challenger William H Seeley Will J. Nichols Arthur F. Connor Howard F. Rockwell James T. Reynolds William Beiarch Post Office Department Cohgressman Merritt sRi Tmyarda Bridesport Merritt

White Way Pole Damaged in Fairfield Avenue Collision

A White Way pole on Fairfield avenue at Broadetteet was extensively damaged yesterday afternoon when an automobile driven by George C Edwards of Monroe skidded into collision with it. Edwards car was only slightly damaged.

Fairfield Avenue Broadetteet George C. Edwards Monroe Edwards

Marmola weight loss cure marketed by Detroit firm

An advertisement claims Marmola Prescription Tablets help actresses shed fat and maintain a slim figure. It promotes Marmola Preservation Tablets for a dollar and directs readers to order from Marmol Co. Detroit Michigan, asserting the product is harmless and effective.

Marmol Wood—ward Ave Detroit Mich

Excellence in Studies Honors Flynn and Rachel Across Courses

In recognition of achievement Flynn earned top honors in all studies in the administrative engineering church while Rachel achieved honors in the course in science applied to industry. Arthur Florasher of 217 Mountain Grove Street won the Rogers Scholarship for excellence in Chemistry.

Eral Flynn Rachel Arthur Florasher Mountain Grove Street Rogers

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