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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1927
Page
17
The passage discusses how loading with paint raises ship weight, noting a worldwide custom to maintain a fixed feed that raises annual cargo capacity, with nine tons per year per vessel and minor gains at repairs totaling thousands of tons.
Principal James S Moore of Central High and Mildred Stillman Brinsmade wed at St Pauls Episcopal Church in Stockbridge Massachusetts. Ceremony led by Rev Edmund Laine with Rev Alexander Alison assisting. Reception at Henton Hall followed by a low key honeymoon plan.
American forces in North China total 4600 men after 1100 marines arrive from the Tenth provisional regiment with an aviation detachment in the Tientsin region.
A diary style update describes Natalie and companions planning a wedding at a small church, with rehearsal details and a European trip arranged by Loe with Co. It notes arrangements for steamer, autos, and hotels, mentions Newport and Narragansett Pier, the Charles W. Morgan excursion, shopping at Read's, and reflections on homes and ranches around Stratfield and Black Rock Point. The entry includes lodging, dress fittings, laundry plans, and decorating arrangements by Paul Ricker for a Wilson & Rusing project, ending with lunch plans before continued travel.
Sir Harry Lauder, famed Scottish comedian, was met with boos and jeers at Birkenhead Hippodrome after he said many young English men on the dole never intended to work. The hostile reception followed his public remark drawing sharp working class disapproval in Liverpool.
Sixty two diplomas were awarded at Bridgeport State Trade School in the first public graduation, as 700 attendees watched diplomas presented by Trederick J. Triner. The event marked a new plan: diplomas follow coursework with a working certificate first. The program featured speeches by Edward Walsh and Mrs. H Leroy Lewis, a flag ceremony, and musical numbers before diplomas were conferred by Trinder. Graduates from dressmaking, carpentry, electricity, drafting, and other departments received diplomas. list of names included Mary Giles, Jennie Capasso, America Rainieri, and many others.
Mr Julius Scoville of 105 Carlton avenue opens his home this afternoon and evening from 3 to 8 for a charity shower. Tea will be served and pink and blue floral decor will be used in the dining room.
Eunice Dennie Burr chapter of the DAR held a garden and card party at Sunnieholme, the Fairfield residence of Miss Annie B Jennings. The event included a dance program by Constence Towne’s pupils, musical selections, and a display of leaps. Attendees included many named members and reserving hosts led by regent Mrs Lashar.
June 28. The Commission to Revise the Statutes will seek aid from lawyers statewide. Lawyers in Bridgeport and other cities will be asked to complete questionnaires flagging obsolete or amendable laws. Chairman Fred A. Scott urged public hearings slated for autumn as subcommittees study indexes and survey the statute text.
New Haven June 29 The funeral of H G Tolliver late assistant corporation counsel and alderman for the 19th ward was held this afternoon at Immanuel Baptist church attended by Mayor John B Tower and most city officials. Masonic lodges and 14 Connecticut clergy participated. Burial followed at Westville cemetery. The service was led by Rev John B Pharr with several ministers from Hartford Ansonia Waterbury Bridgeport taking part.
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