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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1925

Page

2

Laws increased by cloture lack says Dawes in Manchester

Senator Dawes declares that current Senate rules shorten debate and allow minority obstruction. He argues reforms are needed to protect majority rule and constitutional rights of states, citing past filibusters and the failure to pass major legislation due to unlimited debate.

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High Court Judges Urge Venue Change Sparks Courtroom Fray

Report of a heated testimony session in a New Haven court where high court judges pressed for a change of venue. Witnesses described newspaper circulation, distribution, and press influence as defense and state attorneys argued over publicity and access to sources. The proceedings featured COO remarks and multiple references to press statements dated June 9 and June 14.

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Chorus Girl Detective Fails in Divorce Plea Verdict

John Smith of Greenwich denied a decree of divorce from Nona McGuire Smith after a splitly fought suit in Buyeries Court. Judge Arthur PoLs ruled the petition dismissed on merits, with testimony from chorus girl Vera Lehrmann and Osborn Detective Agency details cited as context for the judgment.

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Campers Escape After Falling Trees At New Fairfield Lake

Perry and William Jo. Bilen of Danbury escaped serious harm when a chestnut tree toppled during a severe electrical storm at Squantz Pond area. The tent collapsed trapping the two. Perry freed O Brien, both later rescued with minor injuries. They purchased new gear and plan to camp for the rest of the summer despite the near tragedy.

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Amundsen party escapes death at sea and weather

The Amundsen expeditioners Roald Amundsen and crew endured dense fog and icy seas near Spitzbergen. A crippled seaplane forced an emergency water landing 26 miles off land, then a sea rescue by a sealing ship brought them safely aboard. They head to Oslo as plans for future polar flights are discussed.

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Kraemer Wins Decision in Tough Philadelphia Bout

Jaye Kraemer earned a decision over Bobby Garet after a brutal ten round featherweight contest at Philadelphia National League Park. Both fighters endured heavy punishment with visible bleeding as the city witnessed one of its hardest and fastest bouts in years.

Philawltphia Jaye Ania Kraemer Feather Seight Judy

Prohibition Enforcement Shakeup Hits States

The Treasury Department orders August 1 abolishing state directors and creating 22 federal districts led by new district directors. Assistant Secretary Andrews will oversee the reorganization to recruit staff, with diminished state roles and a focus on federal enforcement against bootleggers and rum runners.

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Divorce case witnesses dispute papers and depositions

In a divorce matter between Florence I Burd and Wilson Burd and another in Dorothy Burch v. George A Franch, witnesses questioned the form and authenticity of papers used as evidence. Depositions were read or certified, with some witnesses denying signatures or connections to petitioners, while attorneys argued over the trial record and ownership of signatures.

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Man to Fly Merid on Birthday Flight Invitation

A man named Merid plans to fly tonight after receiving an invitation from the Yulesville Fleet to board a plane for a birthday celebration. The event promises an aerial experience and Grass anticipates a tide of excitement.

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Fairfield Town Meeting Defers License Vendor Move

Fairfield voters consider ten license vendors as town meeting items. The First Magyar Reformed Church receives permission to use Halland Till School for summer religious education and church services for one year. A park commission act was approved and bond authorization up to 30000 dollars was set to meet prior appropriations. The land issue beside the Roger Ludlowe High property was referred to a committee for study.

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Coolidge Waves to Bridgeporters on Coast trip

President Coolidge and Mrs Coolidge waved from the observation platform as their train arrived at Swampscott and Plymouth birthplace plans were outlined for vacations. The White House team accompanied the party with Cabinet, security, and communications aides as journalists and workers watched from the platform.

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Pavement Bonds Tie Up City Finance Board

City officials debated pavement bonds totaling $200000 and possible use of a $500000 authorization. Mayor Behrens indicated seven of nine finance board members attended, with unanimous sentiment on some items while others were deferred. City Engineer and Alderman Harrison estimated funds could pave up to 200,000 to 900,000 square yards, with a five percent maximum interest as bonds bear interest. The plan included state aid discussions and a new city auditor appointment to the finance board.

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Chinese student aid drive amid Hong Kong and Shanghai strikes

A Shanghai Chinese Students Union committee collected funds for strikers at Hong Kong and Shanghai, Canton and beyond. Manila's Chinese Chamber of Commerce reportedly donated 5000 to support the effort as the group plans to travel to Singapore and other ports spreading propaganda. In Canton on June 23 British and French marines protected concessions as demonstrators paraded along the Bund and Shameen. One man was killed and several wounded as firing at the Victoria hotel area lasted about twenty minutes.

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