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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1928

Page

5

Indictments Link Veterans Bureau Officials to Extortion

Boston March 13 Associated Press reports four indictments against Dr Isa Green examining physician at the United States Veterans Bureau and one against clerk Arthur Williams for extorting fees from World War Veterans seeking compensation. Indictments detail extortion from Morris Berenson Julius Jowsman Cornelius Delance and Rex Kelley Asbury plus David Temple. An ongoing government probe prompted the case. The grand jury was discharged and a new panel will hear further cases next week.

Boston Associated Press Isatogmeen United States Veterans Bureau Ele Arthur Williams Green Alliame Rious Morris Berenson Julius Jowsman Cornelius P Delancs Somseville Williams Rex C Kelley Asbury David Templeon Northampton U 5 John W Spalding Tora Wand Eck

No More Gas In Stomach and Bowels

An ad for Baalmann’s Gas Tablets claims relief from gas and bloating, curing nervous tension and drowsiness after meals. It promises easier breathing and better sleep, asserting the genuine product in yellow packaging is available at Hindle Drug Stores and Wonger stores at a set price.

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Gibraltar Balks Swimmers

Washington reports the long sought transcontinental swims stall at the Strait of Gibraltar near Tarifa as promoters eye a future undersea tunnel. The article notes the region’s geography, old fortifications, and the busy maritime traffic linking Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean while detailing the historical allure and challenges of crossing by water.

Washington Associated Press Channel Gibraltar English Channel Catalina Channel California Manhattan Island Strait of Gibralta Bay of Algeciras Tarifa Tangle Fes Hannibal Mare France Tan- Rel Mediterranean Gibraltal Serra Bullones Herculey Gibriltar Sentinal Gulf Algeanas

Marriage annulment suit over alleged birth out of wedlock

Whits Plains NY March 13 A marriage annulment suit was filed by Lee McCanless of the Davis Polk Wardell Gardiner firm and John W Davis associate, claiming Tene McCanlish concealed birth out of wedlock. Mrs McCanlish denies the charges, says she never knew of her mother’s alleged indiscretions, and was raised in Stamford Conn by her mother’s fourth husband.

Whits Plains Lee McCanless Davis Polk Wardnell Gardiner and Reid New York City John W Davis Tene McCanlish Stamford Conn Wiliam Dalgleish

Body of whale found near New York dock

A 25 foot whale carcass was found floating near a Brooklyn dock at Coat Street. Curious onlookers gathered as a powerboat towed the body away, believed carried in by the tide.

New York

Congress Mixes Legislation With Primary Politics

In Washington the House resumes pre primary debates on a medium navy plan while the Senate moves the Muscle Shoals issue forward with an armed safeguards package. Republican and Democratic figures testify on party finance as the Labor and coal investigations continue. immigration debates touch educational requirements as part of quota policy.

Washington Associated Press Ohio House Navy Senate Tomorow Haig Sinciat Afourley Sestion the Hoover Branda Willis Burton Will H Hays Butles Butler Melion Hays Sinclair Co Thental Arthur L Maish New York Eniel Willam S Clay~ Ton Houston Texas Senate Coal Field Ohia Pennsylvania H Robbins Fig Wisconsin Bil Equity Courts Immigration Committee

Derg Rebuked For Recall Statement

A local political row unfolds as Derg rebukes recall remarks aimed at council members Coonehan Norbett Lewis and Berg. The Independent Voters League plans a meeting to discuss a Republican caucus and possible recall actions amid a surge of yellow placards promoting opposition to the current governing body.

Stratlord Ecu Toray FD Berg Agsqua- von Coonehan Norbett Lewis Berg Vavorw Iewis Nunneid Loieany Immprovement Association Independent Voters Lea Knights of Columbus Taxpayers Civic Association Sterling Memorial Atton PGC Ihe

Greek in Education Praised by Brooklyn High School Dean

Dean Gildeisleeve of Barnud College lauds Erasmus High School Brooklyn for maintaining Greek in its curriculum from ancient Athens days. She argues Greek study helps students solve daily life problems, sharpens imagination, broadens vision, and makes them better citizens and happier humans.

Dew Virgiola Gildeisle Barnud College Gildeisleeve Erasmus High School Brooklyn Athens Gildershceve Humda Bedes

Fragmented medical notes on constipation and laxatives

Fragmented text discusses constipation and laxatives. Mentions cascate lod cascar and caser eu wall vin Gare. Describes bowel movement after laxative use and lingering effects. No clear author or date.

Not even at those times when there is a perfect reason

The note argues that girls aim to keep their systems functioning normally, warning against supposed shortcuts or drugs. It touts reliable methods and criticizes ineffective remedies, urging readers to choose genuine solutions. The writing references a standard oil authority and suggests timing actions over the next three months.

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