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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1926

Page

2

Council quarrel worries league decision expected

Geneva talks on the League of Nations seat allocations in Europe intensify as diplomats debate permanent seats for Germany Poland and Spain. Reported hope centers on a German and Spanish permanent seats proposal with Poland possibly advancing for immediate election to a permanent position, a move seen to test the Geneva doctrine and provoke concessions from eastern states.

Guaeva Gary CIA Argentina Europe Ganeve Clare Reich Wbo League Itealf Taman Geneva Poland Germany

Secret Talks At Locarno Stir Diplomatic Debate

Briand, French prime minister, hints an understanding reached at the Locarno talks without Germany's knowledge to widen council roles. Warnings of secrecy echo as Premier Ballance’s forthcoming statement is awaited to clarify tensions among ministers and policy approaches.

Briand Fanuiy Itelf Germany Council Wermann Ballwan Aston

Women Threaten Boycott of Soldiers Sold for Toys

A Women's International League for Peace and Freedom protest targets soldiers figures, weapons, and war games in toy sets. Laurence Kintie of Pratt Manufacturing defends toy sales, noting there has always been war and will continue as long as toys sell.

NEAW S‘lurence Kintie Pratt Manufacturing Company Toy Fair

Hughes plan trims bureaus and shifts duties across departments

The proposal would move the Secretary of State and Treasurer into governor appointive powers, rename and merge functions, and transfer the State Engineer and Surveyor to a major department. Department heads would earn 12000 yearly, with the governor leading an eight division executive setup and education and motion picture duties reallocated. Regents keep budget oversight, and commissions move under new departments.

Motion Picture Commission State Athletic Commission State Acting Commission Department of State Secretary of State

President pushes naval bill cut amid debate limits

From the White House the president introduced a resolution to gain privileged status for a naval bill and aims to have it called up later this month with a debated amendments plan. He met with Chairman Morin but the committee chair could not commit. The War Department says it is drafting an army aircraft program though outlay details remain undisclosed. The president signals support for restraint on aircraft spending given tax cuts and a fragile treasury.

White House Mt. Coolidge Morin Tuuse War Department Mori Treasury

Death of Danbury Official Probed

An official from Danbury dies from pneumonia after a confrontation. Report says Melvin claims Johnson struck him in the face during a dispute on the night of the incident. Melvin later dies in a hospital as authorities investigate the death and the involvement of Johnson.

Death OF Danbury Melvin Johnsen Reed Johnson Jonsens Tao Lee Wurel Tegay

Telephone Placed in Stock Broker's Tomb

In Terre Haute Indiana the tomb of wealthy stockbroker Martin A Sheets was opened and a telephone and electric light placed inside to allow him to speak with the outside world should he awaken. He had requested a $100,000 equitable instruction in his will.

Shake Down Bears Trigger Severe Market Drop

In New York the market slumped as speculation and margin calls hit amid heavy selling. Stocks including American Can, American Brake Foundry, and New York Canners faced violent declines while wheat and cotton also fell, signaling liquidity strain and tighter credit.

York American Brake Shee and Foundry Msuhdation Company New York Canners

Feallon Prohibition Inquiry Proposal Emerges

A government sourced proposal calls for a broad inquiry into the prohibition amendment focusing on its economic and sociological effects. Mr Andrews urges calm public sentiment while Mr Mellon argues the public already knows facts and can access information through committees. The plan treats prohibition as a major social experiment and aims to examine various impacts.

Andrews Mellon Drews

State May Lose On Misused Bonds Amid Senate Hearing

The hearing probes Liberty Bond purchases linked to former treasurer Gilpatrick and state funds, with witnesses detailing irregular transfers from Victory to Fourth Liberty bonds. Attorney Seevell questions records as Gilpatrick denies knowledge while noting delays and clerical oddities in bank entries.

Anatter Clinton Hl. Seevell Ghipatrac Seevell Gilpatric Gipatrie Losay T 2 Lreasurer Gilpattlety Lewrenes Howard Wyedar Jara Liberty Tenis Tyr Air Searell Gulpilrie Tho Putnam Ais Dtichard Dana New Javea Hlal Comepany Sevvera Ices Putnam Bank Gilpatria Samuel Bradley Yutan Teadley Dallas Gilpatric A. Jul Gilpairiu Bana Brougnat Catin Puynan Bank Gipatric Auremea Tomertoan First National

Bedroom Safe Loots Peel Maes Miret 1 CAP

A bedroom safe in the Tremont home was broken into last night, with about 5000 in jewelry and 1500 in cash taken. Police reported no clues, stating the break-in occurred while the family was away and keys appeared to have been left behind.

Peel, Maes Miret and Airs Feanle Tremont

Steamer Rammed Near St Johns Amid Turbulent Seas

An incident report notes the steamer Kr_evlucky was rammed near St Johns during a rough spell. The vessel sustained damage and listed, with survivors and distress signals prompting a naval response.

Daily Record of Ambulance Calls Entry Fragments

Fragmented list of ambulance calls with partial addresses and events. References include Willie Johnson on MoOMyrie Avenue, a Felion Sereh at Hailelt Street, and auto accident injuries at Joka and Wad streets. Mentions transfers to Bridgeport and hospital observations, with garbled, partial details throughout.

Willie Johnson Moomyrie Avenue le Oceter Deldgenort Mytad Firion Sereh Ag Hailelt Streen Permmoni Vaneeni California Street Hillside Vid Bane Courtland Sitet Cantatate Street Weoravenge Kinadeteeet Joka Amd Toko Vincenus Hase Vital Dward Wil Penbroke Street Bridgeport Pésuliat

Withdrawn appeal cited in will dispute among relatives

A probate matter reports a withdrawn appeal against a will after a settlement approach. Names include grandniece and nephew from New York and Connecticut towns, along with various relatives and church members. The Superior Court action was marked Done and no further hearing, with estate interests listed in Norwalk and Minneapolis.

Alee Mogkwel Witkaur Superior Court Erning IL Serrh J. Geuuch Hinton Avenue Rudgepost Willa Macnidith Clinton William Lounshars Laurel Avenue Reidseport Kay A. Qudulurd Bob Stireet Norwalk Aliee Rockwell Geurar Taewell Jennie Wo Iturkwoll Maraaick Rockwell Wirthrap Rackll Mise Ang Iolysydecepal Clurch Hidget Igiltie Iw Troyer Wishington Mabeard Ik Chervill Su EL Leote Nathan L. Kouk- Moehail Dt Mis Annie Fea Safford Minnpolis Mis Wilburn Minneapolis John Weutherby Jim le Shea Cormegfield Mase Alby W. Youngs Conrad Young Kihevy Chase

Purim Play Set for Hebrew Institute On Kossuth Street

Children from the teurew athoul on tarind steeot will perform the Purim play Che Star of Audib at the Hebrew Institute on Kossuth street this evening. Miss Dorothy Kessler directs. Cast includes Horn, Man Bessievo, Tieiard Jstier, Mildred Circambaum, Merthi Goldstein, Edits Lewes, Dor othy Lig Gertrude Staplro, Shirley Greentaum, Gert rude Raport, Rose Kuepler, Frances Lesser, Sunt Goldstein and others.

Teurew Athoul Tarind Steeot Che Audib Somoerruw Hebrew Institute Kossuth Street Dorothy Kessler Ig Gen Bums Grand Street We Horn Man Bessievo Tieiard Jstier Tupert Belly Wlanket Geride ‘Bon Mildred

Meetings Tonight In Bridgeport And Surrounding Towns

A jumble of meeting notices from Bridgeport and nearby areas lists groups at Main Street locations, temples, lodges, and clubs including the Knights, Ladies auxiliaries, and civic societies. Addresses span Main Street, Water Street, and Hillside avenues with various religious and female organizations, indicating an active community calendar.

Traffig rerouting draws protest in city council notes

City records show opposition to rerouting traffic near two wrecked boats and plans to remove a sunken vessel. Officials discussed paving, sidewalk work, curb repairs, and street name changes. Funding approvals and public hearings were set for March 15 on various building lines and street extensions, with multiple claims and abatements processed.

Ynenh Creely Harhornvarter William A. Lamord Dotusar Praetz Warhor Committee Aerord Warventte Tata Tae Sommer Santee Aviond Ansa Street Pormiesian Tomes Avenue Jries Est North Avenue Alfred Street Aaylum Arain Parrath Avenue James &, Brack Beers Fairmount Avenue Selgwick Street Nelson Terrae Wayne Phorme Goldenrod Avenue Kekurt Street Madison Avenue Park Avenue A. McAlray Wayne Street Savoy Street Orland Street Samuel Elerskom Wairfield Avenue Jiarty iTe Ulat Hublding Commission Michael J. Jora Hletskewits Levine Vite John Matyas la Roel Aad Ely Fasten Maligade Avenue Orden Clarenes Anderson Tages Tiosie Bernstein Fran Mary Csalurda Moedouck J. Cwaper John Girgo Frank Jacoby Prankel Samuel Hankin Mary J. Jay Fred Ortiepp Louis Veronica Mary Woolsey Susan Zibe Arthur Dean Tregiemingway Lillian Olechan Sarah O'Leary C. Rickard Ido Aquily Jing Company Kan Dl Wieam Christian Byron Gardner Fred. Siart Catherine Kernan Alert Platt Thomas Hs Nees Theresa Kowma Elizabeth Airs Tiarny Sangeigtan Marco Margus John A. Saksa Lucia Minguliella Burns Company Tessle Kaplinkas Bdehuarnn Mechanics and Metals National Bank of New York Agdoerman Sehl Noble Av Bea 4Y Park Twast Main Mibough Otta Uo Alorphy Heamtag

Drunken man near drowning found on roadside rocks

A heavily intoxicated man lay nearly submerged on rocks at the boulevard end. Motorists alerted police after telegraph lights revealed a prone form. Two officers reached the scene and helped him, narrowly preventing a tragic outcome amid rising tide and danger.

Srene Hk Fonger John Mee Stata

Restaurant Owners Held on Liquor Charge

Joseph Varese proprietor of the Wha restaurant at 4 Win Street was arrested last night by the vice squad on charges of violating state laws. He was released on a $200 cash bond after officers raided the premises and confiscated wine and whiskey.

Joseph Varese Vive Squad

Tax Collector Announces Record Personal Tax Receipts

Tax Collector Howard reports a late night count of 3 110 personal tax payments on the 1625 Ast line, bringing the total paid in the year to nearly 9,000. He warns that warrants will issue for delinquent 1925 taxes and arrears will be collected with a $5.50 penalty per year.

Howard Farre Themeaclves

Strike clash at Wolf Abrams factory ends with arrest

Angelina Capazaienio, a Tenax Belchis Fairfield striker, assaulted Anna Pucho, triggering a near riot outside the Wolf Abrams clothing factory on Boswick Avenue. Capazaienio held on assault and breach of the peace, bonds set at 100 dollars furnished by Carl Pincky. Police restored order as workers and strike breakers clashed.

Angelina Capazaienio Tenax Belchis Fairfield Wolf Abrams Bosuwick Avenue Allreed Anna Pucho Pine Street Carl Pincky Po Wce

Man assaulted robbed by three men on North Washington

Martin Milikian, 28, reported to police last night he was assaulted and robbed of 70 dollars in the Jarne terminal yard on North Washington avenue about 4 16 oclock. He asked for a room, colored men answered, offered liquor, Milikian gave five dollars for a bottle, a taxi and cruiser ride ensued, and at the yard the thieves left. A remaining fifty dollars was found in his other pocket.

Tefo Thanly Cruiser

Republican Pinochle Teams Battle Tonight

Pireshle sharks of the sesr yd and Ninth Distr ict Republicans will whet tonight and do battle in the Ninth District cult rues. Reporters from heath sections are pres dleting decisive defeats for ubth terms. These will be entertainment and refreshments.

Sesr Yd Dstrict Tui Heath Prs

Presbyterian Church Starts Mission Services

The Wir vyterian church began a mission last night with a 7 45 o'clock service drawing several hundred people. The mission aims to prepare the congregation for a March community event. Dr. John Alison of Holyoke Mass spoke on sin and accountability, urging confession to seek absolution. The mission continues through the week with different speakers each night including Rev. Turner Hall and Rev. Montgomery among others.

Wir Vyterian John Alison Holyoke Mass Jor Alexander Alan Gator First Presbyterian Church Ile Sven Dr. Alison Alison Uven Alison Sali Taiay Alison Itey Turner Hall New Haver

Pedestrian Struck Crossing Street in Fairfield

Anton Loudy of 279 Broad Street was seriously injured yesterday afternoon when struck by a car driven by Joseph Mrunko of 49 Joseph Street as he crossed from Middle Street toward John Street at the intersection of the hye streets. He was taken to St Vincents Hospital with a crushed chest.

Anton Loudy Aisty-sven Broad Street Sterday Joseph Mrunko Joseph Street Roger Weissman Pembrok Middle Street John Stret Hye St. Vincest's Hospital Drivair Lewis Tur Joli Street Middle Ghreet Joby Street Sout Avenue Brow Street Slimatreth Maczko Chirty-nina Lairfield Helen Sidlak Fairfield Jona Maxczko Teen Walapeld John Maczko Fairfield Daha Dreaues

Government Wins Supreme Court Rail Road War Damages Case

The federal government won a Supreme Court test case ruling on compensation for wartime control of railroads. The decision affirms government authority in determining damages and the handling of road losses during wartime operations.

Washington Marsh T. Caf Supreme Court

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