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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1925

Page

1

Senate votes to reject Warren for attorney general

The Senate rejected the nomination of Warren as attorney general by 46 to 30 in a contentious session. President Coolidge faces pressure to appoint Warren in a recess move or risk an embarrassing standoff, as Democratic and Republican leaders hold firm.

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Army Officer Defends Wife in $6000 Suit

London dispatch reports Col Collin Dennistoun testifying in his defense as his wife Dorothy sues for $6000. He recalls forgiving her many times and details alleged affairs including with Oscar Senhouse, while defenses denounce her moral character and prior marriage history. The witness describes wartime separations and personal strife within the Dennistoun family.

London Collin Dennistoun Dorothy Dennnistouns Parke Wes Mra Dainmain Lady Amarvon Colone Oscar Senhouse Firencnes

Pie Widow Compensation Case At Mount Unsettled

A local incident at Mount Unsettled involves Mamie the widow and her eye loss after a factory mishap at the Pan wep plant. The eye was removed after doctors at Walter end flosphtal Wyslington used a magnetic procedure to extract the damaged portion. The company faces compensation discussions as the widow seeks redress for the injury and related costs.

Mamie Panwep Walter End

Newspapers Called Into Court in Chapman Case

Hartford County court action seeks transfer of the Chapman case to Fairfield County for trial. Attorneys plan to move for a change of venue citing widespread publicity and potential juror bias. Deputy Nichols and legislative reporters are coordinating with the Post and Telegraph to file documents for the transfer.

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McCoy Convicted on Three Counts Faces Long Term

Melos McCoy, former prizefighter, was convicted in Lusville on three counts of assault linked to a shooting affray that killed Mrs Shereea Wois in August. He faces a long sentence with a separate count of armed robbery and other charges. Sisters of McCoy reacted with tears as the verdict was read.

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Waterbury bonds probe by state agent

Waterbury faces a probe by a state agent into its water supply plan at Sheepang River. The inquiry focuses on funding, with the city seeking $30,000 in water bonds and a review of the project and costs as authorized by the committee and city officials.

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Lashar Predicts New Haven Road Will Help Bridgeport

Lashar predicts a New Haven road will aid Bridgeport amid a crowd listening to Kent Luth expressing praise for Stage Manufacturing. The discussion touched on transportation influence on civilization and city planning, with emphasis on historical rail links between Bridgeport and New York.

Lashar New Haven Bridgeport

Unpaid Taxes Sought From Ford Minority Stock Sale

The U S Treasury begins action to collect about 35.9 million dollars in unpaid taxes linked to Henry Ford's purchase of the minority stock in the Ford Motor Company. The case names Secretary Melon and Senator Couzens as key figures amid a debate over taxable values and estate charges related to Ford interests.

Washington States Treasury Licnty Ford Hard Motor Company Eya Secretary of the Treasury Melon Couzena Michigan Treasury Horace H Rakham Mo Anderson Gray Helra Detroit Horace John Dodge Ford Ford Corporation Treasury Department Ford Transacians Minnvtts Pit Couzens Ficaury Department Tae Tirisny Ming Iy Pais

18 Year Old Girl Leaps From Roof in Desperate Act

Elizabeth McCabe an 18 year old New Yorker had spent five years bedridden from illness. She rose for the first time today and jumped from a four story roof onto a sidewalk, dying from skull fracture and multiple injuries. Her family heard her screams as she left the bed and climbed to the roof.

New York Mae Elizabeth McCabe Jake Elizabeth Long Island College Yegoital Margaret Keerrigan Margaret Anna McCabes

Doctor convinced dean burned to death in cottage at Momauguin

The medical examiner identified the burned body found among ruins at the Dean cottage in Momauguin Conn as Leon Dean of New Haven Conn. Authorities believe an overturned lamp caused the fire in the seaside cottage where the missing man’s name had appeared in local notices. The youth had been employed in the New Haven office of the Runney Myeing and Cleaning Works and left his name in town records before the blaze.

Dean Chutes Momauguin Leon Ro Pan van Joseph Lean Cheur Mit Leonid Dean Nevthanpion Runes Jclty New Haven Conn

Bridgeport Chief Probes Tragedy Firemen Praised

Bridgeport officials say there was no delay in fire apparatus response to a Mystic Beach blaze that killed Mrs Della Jones and her 21 year old son George Jones J. Jost. Chief Johnson led a thorough investigation confirming crews prevented flames from spreading. reports have been filed with Fire Commissioner Willan M. Hara. The Mystic Beach Improvement Organization also addressed the incident at a Tuesday meeting.

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Yale Mourns Walter prominence in simple funeral

Walter prominenceiwhc a Yale athlete and leader died in New York. The simple funeral at the Shipments home honored his public service. Yale University officials Dr James Tront Angell and Rev Tey Mo Hoagneen attended, with church and civic leaders present.

Yale University Walter Aim Athlet Yale Htead New York Galliaversity James Tronf Angell University Church of the Redeemer

Baby Abandoned. Mother Arrested in Rail Station

A months old infant was found alone in a railroad station waiting room last night, identified by its father as his son. Mrs. Charlotte, formerly of New York, was arrested in New Haven and charged with abandoning the baby. The child will be cared for at the Mada Home and authorities will arrange further provisions.

Mra Chitlotte New York New Haven Mada

John Held Jr Injured by Runaway Horse in Westport

Westport reports illustrator John Held Jr 38 seriously injured when a work horse bolted while he drove it to a Riverside Avenue blacksmith shop. He suffered depressed skull fractures and facial injuries after being struck by hooves and thrown into the road. The incident left his life in peril with uncertain outcome.

Westport John Held America Margy Black‘smith Held Hans GB S. Phillips Norwalk Kat Held Ifeld Weston Pennell Riverside Avenue Johnnie King Street Harold MeTiIwee King Ywica Medwee Held Strucy

Bond program aims at city improvements May Day

Bonds sought to fund Bridgeport area improvements on May 1 as city officials discuss financing and state aid while projects from Westport to New Haven are noted for economic impact and tax considerations.

Lashar Bridgeport New Haven Widew Westport Aldersen Farmer Washington

Feared Kidnapping Case Involving Seventeen Year Old Girl

Police investigate a missing seventeen year old girl believed abducted after last seen leaving a neighbor’s home Saturday night. Howard S Leong of 947 Stratford Avenue reports the girl, about five feet three inches tall and weighing around 110 pounds, wearing a black coat with fur collar and brown stockings, left with some clothes and did not appear Sunday.

Oinel Wilford

Behrens Administration Advances $850000 Bond Issue Plan

The Board of Aldermen authorized four bond issues totaling 850000 to finance sewer, library, street extensions, and the East Washington avenue bridge. Bonds will be dated May 1 and mature from 1926 onward with serial payments, four and a quarter percent interest, and denominations of 1000. Public hearings on sewers will precede assessments, and specific sewers from Kent Avenue to Newsom and other projects are outlined for construction.

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Danbury Democratic Row With Progressive Envoys

Danbury Democrats clash with Progressive emissaries over candidate selection amid party and council maneuvers. The Democratic committee favored Dr Hurt while Progressives urged joint talks and named potential names, sparking internal tensions and calls for unity as meetings concluded.

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Diploma seller claims certification fraud scheme unfolded

William Sachs of St Louis testified before the State Board of Health that Dr Waldo Briggs presided over a fraudulent diploma mill scandal. He said about 25 fraudulent credentials were issued to students at Briggs College, with Adcox buying diplomas for 10 dollars each and charges of $200 per signature.

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