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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1924

Page

1

Allies Plan Meeting on Reparations and Rome on Rhine

London June 23 Allied Planning notes show British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald and French Premier Herviot agreeing, with other powers silent, to hold a London conference by mid July to finalize Dawes report execution procedures. The leaders will also visit Geneva at the League of Nations opening in September.

London Associated Press Ramsay Macdonald M. Herviot Dawes Geneva Assembly of the League of Nations England Giiand M. Poincare Chequers Unurt Foreign Office Wil Pri Gensya Sepember Anson Chequers Court Bignop Jonn J. Nilan Larlford New St. Bontace RB. C Thureh Saiding New Haven John T. Lynch Meridan Chaplai State Prison Mawes Oy Ment Bae Byers Tennessee Charman Madden House

Engineer Bennett Dies From Wreck Burns At Swift's Crossing

James Bennett of Danbury died in the hospital from burns suffered when a mixed passenger and freight train derailed at Swift's Crossing on June 13. The wreck killed three railway workers and injured others. Bennett served 25 years with the railroad and was an engineer for 20 years, a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Engineers and other fraternal groups. He leaves a wife, three daughters, a mother, seven brothers, and four sisters. Funeral tomorrow at 8:50 AM from his Danbury home.

Danbury James Bennett Faifield Haven Road Swift's Crossing Cornwall Bird Jury Hospital Bennet Pam MacDonald Cha. Straubs Bennett Pas Brotherhood of Railroad Engineers Order of the Moose Iagies Irene Anna Vyrehe Arthur Walter Adrian Prederick William Joseph Plo McGarry Catherine Ovieck Anoma Lock

Holiday Toll Hits Connecticut Highways

A Hartford area toll report details two fatalities and multiple injuries from holiday crashes across Connecticut. William Varanka, 45, died when an East Windsor car overturned. his wife seriously injured but expected to recover. A New Britain man, Harry Gustafson, 35, died after being ejected from a motorcycle’s sidecar. The incidents spanned East Windsor, New Haven, Westport, and Bridgeport areas, with drivers held on reckless driving charges and police reporting numerous injuries and a record traffic day.

New Britain Meriden East Windsor Nichols City William Varanka Joseph Varanka Springfield Mass East Windsor Hill Varanka Hartford Hospital Mueride Harry Gustafson David Johnson Johnson Mix Ser Ree Avuing Om East St. Augustine’s Hugh T. Lavery Bridgeport Vywe Sophaech Holiday Templeton Ing Suelt Cornwall Var O'Sullivan Veterans of Foreign Giart Loymiehit Ag

Summer Weather Draws Crowds to Shore Outlets

Heat wave grips the region as thousands flock to Pleasure Beach Seaside Park and nearby beaches. A high of 86 degrees reported at 12 o clock, with a light breeze easing the oppressive conditions. An injured man, Henry Banks Street, was treated after a tram incident near the Blick Hurt Pike. Beachgoers crowded the sands across Fairfield and surrounding shore establishments despite the climb in temperature.

Bridgeport Weather Bureau Henry Banks Motoris Seaside Park

Veterans Probe Aims to Protect Rights in Employment

Waterbury council orders immediate inquiry into all state government departments employing ex servicemen under federal preference rules. The council also moves to establish a Veterans Relief Fund for disabled veterans, with initial support to hospitals and asylums statewide, not expected to exceed 10 000 dollars.

Waterbury State Department Wore Veterans of Fores Hospital

Convention fights for leadership in state Democratic bodies

In New York and Connecticut delegates clash for influence over permanent organizations and credentials committees. Samuel Smith predicts a split, while Cummings is slated to head the Resolutions committee. Across Bridgeport, a busy day with injuries, heat strain, large crowds, and local notices reflect a summer surge in activity.

Fermanent Meades Samuel Smith Cummings al Connecticut New York Cummings Bridgeport

Rescuers Save Crew After Speed Boat Sinks on Hudson River

Earle Garlick and Dr. George Garlick of this city rescued passengers from the overturned Cigarette speed boat on the Hudson River Saturday afternoon. They boarded the Naaman, observed the craft capsize, and aided victims amid foggy conditions before authorities took over. Continued on Page C2.

USS Slavery Earle Garlick George Garlick Sifter Naaman Ty. Gordon Harmer Sloy Long Island

United Church Exceeds Quota for New Building

An update on a church building campaign reports the United Church surpassed its $8,000 pledge goal with about $8,200 raised through pledges and gifts. Rev Horace Day delivered a sermon on sacrifice and religious truth, noting historical ties to the old North and South churches and the 1916 formation of the United Church, as speakers emphasized the significance of the planned building.

United Cine Tor OFC Shusel Denry W Reid Dur Sarvine Hedges Horace Day Eisin Taorth Richard Swain J. W. Northrop Deavons

State Prohibitionists Plan Fall Convening in Harbor D

Connecticut prohibitionists announce a fall state convention to decide policy and select candidates for the fall election. Chairman Eonen Lhe says the party will endorse suitable candidates from the major parties and other accepted contenders.

Harbor Connecticut Eonen Lhe Trey

Canary theft shocks neighborhood as cage left ajar

Police investigated a theft report citing a yellow canary missing from a cage described as in good condition. The owner stated the bird was kept in a pink and warth enclosure and that the cage and feathers vanished after the window was left open.

Picked Wrong Place To Sell Frankforters

Gus Hartofilie and Frank Gurace clashed after a street food dispute in front of 17 Green Street. Both men were arrested and charged with assault.

Frankforters Gus Hartofilie Frank Gurace Green Street

American Killed in Chinese Port After Ship Dispute

Edwin G. Hawley, 42, an American and representative of a British concern, was killed in Waninsein amid a clash over wood and oil shipments. The Cockchafer commander ordered executions of two junkmen, and a burial service was held as military leaders prepared to transport Hawley’s body. A U S delegation confirmed the death and noted no further dispute details were provided.

Associated Paring Tune Press Wanhein Ngiza Szeewan Rockehafer Edwin G. Hawley Junkmen’s Guild Waninsein Hawley Boates Clarence J. Wanhsein Ficoung United States Mn Jn China Cockchase Haws Charles McVay Isabel

Girls Complaint Triggers Arrest of Seven Men

Police arrested seven men after a complaint by a girl at 419 Walre and 728 Maplewood Avenue led to a breach of the peace investigation. Names include Simko of 1496 Michael Brsterey Avenue, Delguidice of 728 Maplewood Avenue, and others facing bonds of $500 or more. Police report the case involves drinking, a nightclub style incident, and a violenty illness of a key witness during the investigation.

Goodepgor Maplewood Walre Newg ‘Eld vAse Jeorgn Joseph ‘Guebish Orchard Ares Tien Simko Michael Brsterey Abe Ave Clifford FP Yiear Fairfield Avenua Hestarey Japagn Pairfield Aly Dickens Bridgeport

Awnings burned at Pembroke Street confectionery

Firemen were summoned to 715 Dokke Street when an awning at Louis Rose’s confectionery burned, likely caused by a cigarette from above. Damage estimated at 25 dollars. Earlier a sofa fire at 101 Arch Street prompted a Still Alarm call with minor damage.

Firsmien Louis Roseman Chemical Compan Ny 7 O'Cloak Arch Street

Man Killed Woman Hurt In Glens Falls Auto Crash

The accident on the Glens Falls Saralope road left Theodore Pietwayk of Schenectady dead and Julia Wrobiewski of Schenectady critically injured when his car veered into a ditch. The woman was hospitalized in Glens Falls.

Glens N.Y Theodore Pietwayk Schenectaday Julia Wrobiewski Uod

Neither McAdoo nor Smith Can Win as Analysts Warn

View of expert analysts says McAdoo and Smith cannot win with party divisions deepening. Homer Cummings expected to chair the Democratic National Convention resolutions committee, with Smith leaders reportedly agreeing with McAdoo strategists on his selection. Delegates from Connecticut and Florida arrive to line up support as nominating plans unfold amid intra party tensions.

M’adoo Smith

Naming of Klan In Platform Is Contested Issue

New York June 22 General outlines of the platform for the Democratic national convention are agreed upon by party leaders but wide differences remain on planks. The key dispute centers on whether the Klan shall be named and a strong declaration against its activities is demanded by some, while others seek Virginia platform language condemning any assailing religious freedom. George B. Brennan of Illinois says nothing less than naming the Klan will pass without a fight.

New York George BE Brennan Iitno Adao Meddoo Vomes Meidoo Asain McAdoo Hance Bush

Goldberg Finds It Safer Not to Wear A Badge

A chaotic scene in New York where a parade of dark horses disrupted a party event. Two waiters among the debris sobbed that they would not accept nominations, citing lack of childhood marization. The report hints at party factional tensions and a continuation on another page.

Goldberg New York Walderfmeee Loos Rly Thad Ween Fough

Follies Show Outbadged In Contest With Delegates

A fragment from a Sunday column discusses two rival Follies shows in Atlantic City competing for attention during an upcoming Democratic convention week. One show aims at New York travelers while the other targets delegates bound for Madison Square Garden, with broad notes on cast, venues, and public interest.

Dune Tly Atlantic City New York Madison Square Garden Hera Risgting Frathers Cecus Amsterdam Lheatre New York City

Life's Darkest Moment Races to New Job, Guest of Police

John McDonald, a Manchester, New Hampshire youth, rode toward Washington for a new job when State police stopped him for lacking funds for a bend. He slept at police HQ in Westport awaiting trial, lamenting the missed opportunity and the possible loss of his car to cover fines. He faces court tomorrow morning and wonders if New Hampshire looks better.

Westport John McDonald Manchester N. H McDonald Ag Westport Policamen Tim New Hampshire

Probable Victor in Democratic Race, Blythe Reports

New York June 2. William G McAdoo leads in delegates with Governor Smith next, others waiting in the wings. Blythe outlines tactics to block McAdoo by splitting anti McAdoo votes, aiming for a two thirds nomination, and notes the convention’s uncertain, early stage with several candidates and unknowns.

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