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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1925

Page

3

Binghams Host Connecticut Inauguration Party

Senator Hiram Bingham plans a full Washington visit for Governor John H. Trumbull of Connecticut and party for Coolidge Dawes inauguration. Guests include Connecticut officials and national committee members. events at the Powhatan Hotel, breakfast, tea, dinner, and a charity ball at the Mayflower. The Connecticut group departs Hartford Wednesday afternoon to attend ceremonies and return the same day.

Washington Hiram Bingham John H. Trusspull Connecticut President Coolidge Dawes Trumbull Edward L. Kelly Washington Eary Hotel Powhatan Binghams Powhatan Bingham Powhatan Hotel J. Henry Roraback J. BD. Russ Shelton Catherine Byrne Wiliam HH. Verdi New Haven Senator Bingham Josephine Foster Capitol White House Hingham Her Kentucky Republican National Committee At & O'Clock McLean House of Representatives Mayflower Hotel America Hartford Washiamton

King George Sits Up For First Time

London dispatch reports King George, after a fortnight in bed, sat up briefly in his bedroom today. His condition improves daily and if weather permits, he may go outdoors soon. The king and Queen are expected to begin their Mediterranean trip within two weeks.

London George Mediterranean

Inauguration Day Opens With Huge Capitol Preparations

The capital buzzes as President Coolidge aims for a simple, economical inauguration. Capitol Plaza stands ready with 8,500 seats and a vast platform for the address broadcast nationwide. Congressional and inaugural committee plans clash over extra displays, while marching officials prepare for a storied ceremony.

Letter Alleging Constipation Relief Claims by Mr Hunt

Mr Hunt’s case mirrors many others who seek permanent relief from constipation through habit forming pills and drugs of no value. The letter discusses the pursuit of remedies and questions their effectiveness.

Slack coal market forces mine shutdown in Pennsylvania

In Jiazleton Pa on March 2, seven collieries in the area idle due to a slack coal market. Company officials report about 3,000 men are affected. This marks the first widespread suspension since last summer after steady winter operation.

Jiazleton

Coolidge Father Central Figure In Inauguration

In Washington the elder Col. John C Coolidge of Plymouth Vermont the notary public and farmer stands as a central figure ready to witness his son Calvin Coolidge sworn in again after Harding death The silent 80 year old veteran of New England life has repeatedly declined invitations home to stay near his farm and mourns his grandson while upholding family dignity and duty.

Washington Associated Preas Coolidge Inng Republic Wasitington Associated Press White House President Coolidge New Plymouth Vermont Harding Ltle Calvin Coolidge New England Ian Lfe Calvin Cooldge United States Colonel Coolidge Carrieg Coolidges Phrae

Local Meetings List for Bridgeport Groups Tonight

A consolidated schedule lists numerous Bridgeport organizations meeting tonight. Groups include lodge, temple, fraternal, and civic bodies with addresses across Main Street, Broad Street, Cannon Street, Union Avenue, and surrounding areas.

Bridgeport Nurse Club State Armory Akkonchapatanauh Tribe Main Street Mithra Lodge K of P Calanthe Temple Pythian Sisters Pequonnock Lodge Droad Carpenters and Joiners Him Street Broad Street Bridgeport Council Cannon Street Puritan Shrine Arion Society East Main Street Bridgeport Medical Association Emmet Elub Fenefit Society Bostwick Avenue Pourth District Yinte Colorado Avenue South End Waller Prace Bt. Joseph's C. Bos At. Joseph's Convent School Madison J Avenue Republcan Club Union Avenue Gailding John Tuthtl Ivy Grove Woodmens Sircle Barders Fairfield Avenue Abraham Lodge I. O. BO Victoria Lodge Aborg Stratford Avenue Ariageport Chapter Order of the DeMolly Masonic Temple Tienmark Lodge Danish Brotherhood

Radio Reception Last Night and Concert Highlights

Nearly ideal conditions allowed distant stations to come in clearly including WLW Cincinnati WIAR Providence and WBZ Springfield. William Malone and his Ritz Bridgeport orchestra faced strong New England competition while Alda by the Philadelphia National Grand Opera company aired on WIT 400 meters. The broadcast started at 8 30 with the Bonnewick music memory contest from 9 to 10. This marks the first of five March concerts with many prizes for fulfilling conditions.

Chicago Middle WLW Cincinnati WIAR Providence WBZ Springfeld New England William Malone Ritz Dance Palace Bridgeport Philadelphia National Grand Opera Company Bonnewick MPWIZ

Radio Chain for Inauguration 10 Serve All Parts

Inauguration day will be broadcast coast to coast via a chain of stations. Microphones along the capitol steps will transmit words to WEAF in New York and a national list of stations including WHET WHAR WLW WCCO and more. Graham S. Nelles will announce the event at 11 15 a m followed by the United States Marine Band. The ceremony includes a Supreme Court procession, a presidential oath at high noon and the Star Spangled Banner.

Coolidge White House Congress Capitol Senate Senate Chamber Washington Ayseem American Telephone and Telegraph Company WEAF New York City WHET Bigston Mass WJAR Providence R. 1 WTIC Hartford WOO Philadelphia WCAE Pittsburgh WGR Buffalo N. Y WHAR Cleveand Ohio WLW Cinnati Detroit Mich WMAQ Chicago WDAF Kansas City WHO Des Moines Iowa WCCO Winneapolis-81 Paul Minn W85b Atlanta KIT Los Angeles Cal EPO San Francisco KLX Oakland Radio Corporation of America WRC Washington, D. C New York Schenectady Y. Graham Snelles WERAF Star Hona United States Marine Band Supreme Court United States

State Policeman’s Car Stolen Found On Danbury Road

State Policeman Edward Keating of Ridgefield left his runabout in front of Danbury police station at 3 30 p m and returned with a fellow officer. Half an hour later the car vanished. Danbury and state police searched the area. Frank Setaro of Danbury reported seeing a runabout on East Liberty Street earlier and later found the car at his home. Sergeant John C Kelly identified it as the stolen vehicle. The incident prompted serious concern among officers.

Edward Keating Ridgefield Barracks Tanbury Frank Setaro Danbury East Liberty Street Uhes John C. Kelly

Yale student held on $5500 forgery charges

Maren Chung IJIsiang, a former Yale student, was brought back from Washington to face forgery counts tied to a clerk and a $5500 sum. He appeared in Police court and was bound over to the Superior court on $8000 bond. Alleged to have forged a check on Prof F W Williams of Yale. no evidence offered at today’s waiver.

New Haven Maren Chung Ijisiang Yale Washington F. W. Williams

Drew Threatens Summary Action To Collect Taxes

Tax Collector Edward A. Drew announced a five day grace period ending Friday before launching a major collection drive. He named 25 individuals owing three years of personal taxes and said the prosecutor will arrest delinquents if payment is not made. Current year collections total 49,722, with a recent record day of 2,623.

Bridgeport Edward A. Drew James C. Shannon Drew Board of Apportionment and Taxation Board of Assessors Antoinette Baker Edward F. Lynch Alfred W. Burdick

Birth Certificates In Doubtful Cases Asked By State

Connecticut's DMV requires certified birth certificates when age for license eligibility is questioned. Over the past year thirty six drivers had licenses revoked for misrepresenting age, with several prosecutions begun. Recent cases amid 1925 license rush are under investigation. age records are lacking, prompting complaints from relatives and neighbors. The law bars licensing anyone under 18, with no department discretion in such cases.

Connecticut State Department of Motor Vehicles

Suit Over Boundaries of Greenwich Estates

A Superior Court action was filed yesterday to settle the boundary line between Marton W. Nichols and Chamatte D. Bowes along a boat road in Greenwich. Nichols seeks ownership of a disputed parcel while Bowes claims the property, asserting an erected building encroaches on Nichols property.

Superior Court Marton W. Nichols Chamatte D. Bowes Greenwich Nichols

Federal probation system adopted by House

Washington March 2 The House today adopted a Senate measure establishing a Federal probation system except in the District of Columbia The bill aims to harmonize federal treatment of those convicted under federal criminal laws with state policies and practices

Washington The House Senate District of Columbia

Judge Cuts Kane Auto Crash Award To 2500

A Stamford Superior Court judge reduced journalist Martin T. Kane’s auto crash damages from 3192 50 to 2500. The Stamford Advocate editor had been injured when his taxicab collided with a Stamford driver’s car on January 5, with medical costs under 574 50 and non permanent injuries. The judge noted the verdict appeared influenced by prejudice and stressed juries may have latitude but must reflect fair compensation for non permanent injuries.

Superior Court Martin T. Kane Stamford Banks

Noble landlords ordered to vacate by Soviet decree

Moscow would clear all noble landowners from holdings by January 1, 1926. The decree ends land rights of former regime members and transfers property to the proletariat. Excludes Red Army service and revolution helpers. Expelled individuals receive small allotments in distant colonization areas with Emigration department aid.

Moscow Associated Press Council of the People’s Commissara Red Army Emigration Department

St Augustine's 40 Hours Devotion Ends After Mass

Thousands attended St Augustine's church as the Morty Hours Devotion concludes this morning after the last mass. The annual Catholic service draws many for confession and holy communion with worshippers arriving in the early morning for 3 30 o'clock mass.

St Augustine’s Church Manny

Reckless Driver Fined by Norwalk Court

John F McGovern was fined $100 after a Sunday morning crash on Wal street knocked down safety standards. Judge George H. Yo Singh presided in uptown City court this era. Ad describes cold remedy Laxative Romo Quinine tablets with E W Grove signature 30c.

Norwalk John F McGovern Wal Street George H Yoa Singh Uptown E. W. Grove

Auto seizure limits under revenue act clarified in D C court

The Justice of Columbia Court of Appeals held that the prohibition unit cannot seize autos under the Revenue Act. Vehicles transporting liquor must proceed under prohibition law. The court ruled there is no provision for an innocent owner to bond for recovery or title questions under revenue laws.

Washington Mare Justice of Columbia Court of Ape Peals Woo

Makes Autos Go 49 Miles on One Gallon of Gas

SIOM FALLS South Dakota advertisement claims a device by JAMES May of 22000 Lacotal Building reduces gas consumption, removes carbon, prevents spark plug trouble and overheating. Manual says over 4% miles per gallon gain. installation in five minutes. offers to send free to one auto owner per facility. Write him today.

Siom Falls Dak —James

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