16 Mar 1926
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1926
Page
1
In a CT-tinged Madison Square Garden bout, Park City favorite MeTigue battles Delaney with a midfight swing in the fourth round. Referee Patsy Haley stops the bout after a series of blows, as McTigue’s comeback reveals the ring’s brutal pace.
Delaney of Connecticut scored a technical knockout over Mika McThene at Madison Square Garden and signed to face world light heavyweight champion Berlenbach in a Vasround title bout. Matchmaker Jess McMahon confirms the arrangement. Tex Rickard and site discussions follow.
A Belgian franc crisis triggered cabinet meetings in Washington and Paris as fears of Belgian default spread. Reports say American bankers may demand supervision of Belgium’s debts, causing heavy Belgian securities selling and unrest in European financial markets.
Florence banking figure Guidotti fled last Friday with about two million from American tourists and residents who believed he invested it. Mrs Caruso allegedly funded the scheme, as cradled in lavish purchases including an Italian auto. He was linked to Miss Jeggy Wilder of New York and appeared respected, though the scam involved a large haul and a costly ruse.
A prison armed sentry killed a youth named Joseph la Romer Sears age 15 at an Army facility near Gdasuasville Kansas. The incident occurred during a troubled period with guards responding to a disturbance. Investigators and military officials stated the death is under review and no further details were released.
The House approved a radio control bill by 218 to 124, sending it to the Senate. It creates a five member radio commission to cooperate with Secretary Hoover, issues station licenses, and authorizes the president to close stations during war or emergencies. An amendment struck a provision to remit fines and limited the commission’s power, with appeals to the DC Court of Appeals.
Washington March 12 4 report awards the contested Iowa senatorial seat to Daniel T Democrat over Republican W Brookhart. A Senate privileges and elections sub committee found Steck received a plurality of 1406 when votes counted as intended. If counted strictly by nomination, Steck would have 76 ahead. Sub committee submited by Scone alus Caifway. Democrat approved by Senators Water ep Tidiananst Tiep Wentucks and George.
Block Island reports no real whiskey supply as authorities halt federally issued alcohol permits. Operators of the steamship May Archer refuse to renew licenses, citing medical whiskey shortages and ongoing regulatory delays. deck hands and crew face illness while a 1200-strong deputy force tests the island’s anti liquor measures.
A fire gutted a New York City animal house on North Broadway Street destroying a vast collection. Canaries, primates, monkeys and dogs perished while others were rescued. A baboon saved a kitten, a mother bear died protecting her young, and losses exceeded $25,000. Fire brigade and police secured the scene as stories of the blaze circulated.
The National Burn of Casualty and Surety Underwriters reduced theft and burglary insurance rates in New Canaan Norwalk Greenwich Stamford and Darien by 4 percent after an investigation tied to lower crime. Bridgeport and other areas kept low rates, with the statewide shift cited as enforcement improves. The move signals insurers’ belief that vigilance and penalties curb crime, despite market rumors spreading about Florida real estate and resort developments.
The nationwide poll shows a strong tilt toward legalizing wine and beer. Votes tallied heavy across lines with major newspapers reporting a surge in support for the wet revision and a rising ratio favoring repeal.
At Geneva Brazil shifts the center of the League crisis from Warsaw to Rio de Janeiro as it demands the right to oppose Germany for both Council election and a permanent seat. Latin American delegates meet, declaring Germany’s election a European matter and that veto against Germany lacks regional support. Sweden and Czechoslovakia are noted in the chaotic deliberations.
Charles Worbes former Veterans Bureau director and John W Thompson a St Louis contractor convicted of conspiring to award hospital contracts face five years in prison and a 21000 fine after the Supreme Court denied their petition for review. They may seek a rehearing though the court’s action suggests low odds. Separate briefs argued legal seizure of Thompson’s papers and jury challenges at the Federal District Court in Chicago.
The defendant, a chiropractor, admitted confessing to the murder of 55 year old milliner Ann May Weitrich and described circumstances including actions to obtain money under threat. Evidence shows three versions of the motive were given, with the third confession admitted after legal questioning.
The Countess of Cathcart's Ashes wins at the Prince of Wales theatre in London, delighting few. Ralph Neale, tied to censorship and rewriting, steered the drama toward harmlessness. The audience mocked serious scenes and the elopement plot involving the married heroine.
Cleveland and other cities see a national bootleg conspiracy indictment naming 112 defendants in twelve major districts. Harry Volpe of Providence pleaded guilty after the indictment, with a $10,000 bond and deferred sentence. U S Attorney Bernsteen predicts total defendants could top 200 as more indictments come, with 350 witnesses examined and $110,000 to $125,400 in government costs.
Westfield Mass March 14 Al Prank D Phelps night watchman at the Springfield Asylum was found dead at home in unclear circumstances that point to murder Robbery is suspected as motive as he carried sums of money regularly The body was found by his father after a report he failed to report for duty on Sunday night Phelps who lived alone on Maple Street had been employed about a year and a half and was held in high esteem by Superintendent Charles K Tiadselt
In Guayaquil and Oro Provinge area heavy rains caused the Jubones River to overflow for about eight hours. Property damage estimated at $2,000. Rescue efforts ongoing as authorities confirm about fifty fatalities.
A Milan government agency reports that about 2,006,000 lire remains in the Bank of Italy mortgage debt to Great Britain, with funds funded earlier in London. The agency notes the partial remission of the debt and highlights the ongoing financial arrangements between Italy and Britain.
Hartford March 16 AP Gerald Chapman once dubbed the thrice reprieved killer and mall robber learned in his Wethersfield prison cell that the United States Supreme Court refused to review his appeal. The high court declined to consider a federal habeas corpus challenge to his Connecticut murder sentence. Chapman's reprieve expires April 6, with governors and defense lawyers planning next steps.
Wallington March 15. The Supreme court refused to intervene in Gerald Chapman's murder case, denying relief with a two word verdict. After three stays he remains condemned in Connecticut to die for murder, with the ruling shaping state and federal actions toward the execution date. The decision ends attempts at clemency and prompts further pursuit of Chapman's trial status.
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