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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1926

Page

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Germany Excluded From League Talks as Brazil Holds Vote

Geneva dispatch reports Allied and German statesmen await Rio de Janeiro’s decision on Germany’s League of Nations entry. Brazil’s opposition and Locarno terms loom, with Britain’s Chamberlain ready to push adjournment as Europe pressures for a non permanent seat for Czechoslovakia and others.

Geneva Rio Janeiro Gertiunes League of Nations Transo Metro Germany Entente Little Entents Czeche Slovakia Dav Eduard Benes League Council Mercuves Spain Seriouness Cornet Europe Itle Jancire Vosneil

Pay Old Debt to U S Westerner Demands of Eastern States

A fragmented report notes Western representatives urging Eastern states to repay funds owed to the Treasury for reclamation projects. Representative Simmons and others push for Congress to demand immediate return of 28.9 million dollars, citing past surpluses and federal money distribution.

U.S Washingston March CAP Loase Hom Gust Mississippi Representaine Simmans Tee Pulte Alaska Pias Congress

League of Nations to Adjourn Today at Geneva

The League of Nations assembly at Geneva will likely adjourn Wednesday after a final vote on whether Germany may be elected to the assembly. Delegates from Germany and other nations supported adjournment. Officials hope a decision on Germany’s election will be settled by the end of the day, with Spain and Brussels also mentioned in connection to the outcome.

Cordign Varsist SoeLulst Tinister Brazil Germany Tpsinfss Tinance Wall Vu Sweringen Del Prsog Ahaurpty Mirmer League OF Nations Geneva Agus Tommorrow Answas Rive Senbor Danitas Brusilian Aston Isbiz Thissembly Tomehet Connell Cour Spain Brug

Youth dies after two transfusions in local hospital

Seventeen year old William Horan died this afternoon at Nes walk hospital after receiving two large transfusions. He was known to classmates as Innns and lived with his parents Mr and Mrs Moran of Beatdy Point.

Eguteen Moran Seth Eves Dennis Ioran

Pepper compares Vare to Jonah in Senate race

Pepper labels Vare the Jonah of the nation as he challenges Governor Pinehat and Union Congressman Nasew in the Republican bid for the United States Senate. The remark signals a pivotal moment in the triangular contest and suggests big effects on Philadelphia politics and party power.

Piladelpeea George Wharton Pepper Echapmagn Union Willian Nasew Pinehat United Rates Senate Senate Erisbedy

Stratford avenue bridge blamed on poor maintenance says engineer

John J. Greiner, a Baltimore consulting engineer, testified before the Yellow Millbridge commission that the Stratford avenue bridge was in near perfect condition when handed to the city but cannot stay so without proper care. He argued maintenance failures cause deterioration and urged overhauls and an expert to inspect wartime parts, while noting other bids and a two week period to select a consultant for the project.

John J. Greiner Baltimore Stratford Avenue Maj. Greiner Yellow AM Bridge Behrens A. d. Northey Yellow Mill Bridge Pub- Me Work A. Northey Neat Cew Grelner Mr. Grenier Tie Greiner Galtiture Yellow Millridge Commission Ernest W. Wiggin New Edward J. Buegiar Cheshire Conn Herbert, Bilton Oot Fay sSpotford and Thorndike Boston Consid

Wife of Yale Towne heir seeks separation

Tincago March 16 A P). Mrs Doureths Raven Towne, wife of Joseph Meredith Towne heir to the Yale and Towne lock fortune, files suit for separation alleging cruelty since two months after marriage. She says he abandoned her in Ohio and that he placed in Stamford Conn insane asylum last October without court action.

Tincago Doureths Raven Towne Joseph Meredith Towne Yale and Towne Lock Manufacturing Company Fortune Edo Ohio Ana Stamford Coon Alimiuny

King of Spain Survives Assassination by Four Firing Shots

A historical report claims the King of Spain escaped death after four attackers fired through a doorway. The incident describes the king's residence, the bathroom altercation, and the assailants arming revolvers as guards rushed in. The narrative notes prior plotting involving Alfonso and details about royal travel and safety measures.

King of Spain

Peeresses Open Fight over Merchant Father's Millions

In Cook County Superior Court Chicago, four British peeresses led by Countess of Suffolk sue trustee Joseph Leher over an estate valued between 50 and 100 million dollars. Allegations include gross mismanagement of coal properties and an irrigation ranch project, with parallel disputes among Leher and Leither’s clients.

Leiter Estate Chicago Levi V. Lvitec Pioneer Merchant Pines Superior Court Cook County Bodas Marguerity Slyde Suffolk Berks Troe Canthia Mosbayoness Mayensdale Alexandra Nualdera Meteai Anady Curzon Countess of Suffolk Geope A. Cooke Cyntha Joseph Celter Wronung Aimphell Ava Leiter Calonel KB Gillett Grouns Levi Joseph Gamphe T

Frost on Trial Again for Arson

Charles Frost of Larchmont faced arson charges and waived a jury trial yesterday. Principal witnesses testified at the session before Judge Banks, describing Frost’s alleged directives and actions at the time of the April fire.

Frost

Bank competition hurts profits in Bridgeport case

In Bridgeport, attorney Theatore Steiber told Superior Court judge Isaac Wolfe that profits cannot be realized under present conditions as competitive banks offer 4.5 percent interest on savings. The West Side Bank appeal to block a charter for the Black Rock Bank district continues, with discussions on enlarging finances to support a new $200,000 building near Black Rock. Ralph E. McKidwainey testified about Black Rock demand for a new bank and noted prior support for such a move.

Bridgeport Theatore Steiber Isaac Wolfe Superior Court GES Commerell Aleiber West Side Bank West Side Yack Black Hook West Side Black Lark Bridge 4 Fairfield Avenue Mate Street Ash Creek State Street Black Rock Brewster Street West Slie Bank Mckidawney Ralph EB. Metdawney Investment Bank Str Meidewney

Brookhart battle looms as Coolidge health fails

In Washington and Plymouth the ailing Colonel Coolidge grows weaker, unable to eat, with doctors reporting he cannot take nourishment and vital signs deteriorating. The political scene shifts as the Senate elections committee weighs unseating Brookhart amid tense prep for a potential report and party maneuvers continue.

Colonel Coolidge Brookhart Rally 10

Six Coast Guardsmen Arrested in Rum Conspiracy at Base

NEW LONDON March 16 AP Six current and former Coast Guard members were arrested on charges of conspiring to violate customs and prohibition laws by smuggling liquor into the United States. Names include Hiden Garth Clarence M Geisler Peter K Petersen Francis W Emerson Leslie Baker and Dewey M Parker.

New London Providence United States Coast Guard Hiden Garth Clarence M. Geisler Peter K. Petersen Francis W. Emerson Leslie Baker Dewey M. Parker Baker Parker Emerson Barth Reternon Geisler Nynuer New Shoreham Block Island Warwick Hornet Coast Guard Federal Grand Jury Provedence Treasury Department United States Marshals Frank Goule Dorset W. Aldousas

Denies Blame For Matteotti Death In Trial

The article reports Amerigo Matteotti involved in the kidnapping case, with witness Amerigo Umiri taking responsibility, insisting the deputy’s death was unintentional and caused in a rapid sequence. The narrative notes that other defendants deny any role in the crime as the trial proceeds.

Towitt Malteotti

Court acquits dog blamed for kitten death

In Philadelphia Teddy the fox terrier was acquitted after an autopsy showed Blackie the kitten died when run over by a car. Police Magistrate Glenn announced the acquittal after adjourning Teddy’s case. Prosecution by James G Spear followed SPCA involvement.

Teddy Ackte Met Blackie Att Automobile Glenn Elmar T.wilt Wilt James G Spear Blackir Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals Nugants

Wets Lead Grows in Prohibition Poll Across Cities

Voters favor light wines and beer in a national poll with 3 835 for and 871 against the Volehead act modification. The wets gain persists, with a ten to one ratio in many cities. Figures from Anaconda Butte Boston Cincinnati Columbus Davenport Kansas City Lancaster Manchester New Orleans New York San Francisco St Paul Salt Lake City Washington show broad support for returning light wines and beer. A voter warned Congressmen with a 26 018 tally.

Nis Anaconda-Butte Atlanta Boston Cincinnati Columbus Ohio Davenport Iowa Kansas City Launcaster Manchester N. H New Jerse New Orlean New York City Peoria I. Smttsburgh Penn St. Paul Salt Lake City Sioux City

Trolleymen Seek Pay Boost In Connecticut Proposal

At a trade union meeting workers voted to send a wage proposal to the Connecticut company. The plan outlines an eight day cycle with a yearlong schedule: first three months 70 cents per hour, next nine months 77 cents, then a lower rate. Current rates for a ten hour day total 54 cents and 0 cents for the same period. Overtime after a ten hour run.

NEW Waven Men's Connecticut Company

Congress weighs new dry reform to liberalize law

Washington March 14 AP The administration proposes a Treasury bureau of prohibition and a customs bureau to enforce liquor laws with civil service rules. The measure, backed by Assistant Secretary Andrews, aims to streamline enforcement and may open broader debate on broadening prohibition amid party divisions.

Washington Bureau of Prohibition Treasury Department Anti-Lab League Prohibition House Ways and Means Thouse Green Ways and M3 Prohibition Bureau Treasury Department & 7 Bureau of Customs Secretary of the Treasury Civil Service Andrews Senate Griffin New York

Baltimore trolley conductor found guilty of second degree murder

Ralph T Coursey a 39 year old Baltimore County Towson area trolley conductor was found guilty of second degree murder for beating his five year old foster son Eidric Ife. He was immediately sentenced to 7 years in Maryland penitentiary under the state law. The verdict was returned by a bench of three judges after a brief deliberation.

Baltimore Ralph 'T.' Coursey Baltimore County Towson Eidric Ife Maryland Waite

Alleged Thief Couture Arrested On Car Theft Charge

Lawrence Couture eighteen of Washington avenue was brought from York Pennsylvania last night to answer theft of an automobile and held on three thousand dollar bond. The car owned by Blor Cathcart was taken from Congress street the night of March and recovered. Couture and three companions were later released. He was also accused of stealing money from a grocery store. He claimed the money was used for an initial page. Couture’s involvement is linked to a prior Philadelphia arrest.

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