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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1926

Page

2

Algonquin Club Marks St Patrick Day With Entertainment and Prizes

Algonquin club observed St Patrick Day with a mixed program drawing about 360 members. Freen carnations and smoking la ipes were worn, the Algonquin chorus performed under Robert Weber Jr. Soloist Joseph helped spotlight civic honors. The evening included vaudeville acts, a dance show, and a pool and billiard tournament where W Church and T ON Fakeman led the winners. Second prizes went to several residents and guests listed in the program.

Algonquin Club Algonquin Chorus Vonier Lronert Weber, Jr Civ Joseph Vieltteville Xa Newwight Robiteen Cove Fire W. Church T. ON. Fakeman N Whippte A.M. Vv. Lannenegger Te W. Beardsley Fel Keller. Braddock

Milford Man Killed In Collision With Truck

Milford man Adeebho Hea fg deeld erie Qneibie for dle aeath. Coroner said Setinsky was driving toward home when his auto crossed into the wrong side of the highway near Ansonia. Official report notes Mabie bit Setinskx's mo thd left wide, the collision occurring on the highway and resulting in the man’s death.

Deeld Erie Dle Aeath Seling Milford Veroner Eli Rete Setinsky Bly Ik PS Ansonia Mabie Setinskx Setinsk

New Canaan Murder Mystery Baffles Officials

A garbled notice from New York describes a murder case involving a laborer and his family. The fragmented text names victims and suspects, with misread addresses and ages, signaling an active homicide inquiry and calls for identification of a person of interest.

Pastor at 75 Prepares to Erect New Church

Rev Henry Stane pastor of the Advent church plans to complete a new church building after his 75th birthday anniversary. He has drawn all plans and specifications, will do interior decorating, and a reception with gifts is planned tomorrow evening.

Tax on Wearing Apparel Sparks City Debate

City officials consider taxing wearing apparel as a sum of assessments rises. The master barbers discuss equipment exemptions, with 32 barbers summoned and several fined for failure to list property. Officials note total untaxed property valued at thousands amid disputes over exemptions and penalties.

Slyes Wernblut Congregation Alawath Achim Ioward Burbera Discu Youn

Yale Study on Crime and Death Shapes Autopsy Focus

A fragmentary report outlines a study led by figures such as Prof. Ruggles and Dr. Chapman examining criminal tendencies and psychological traits through autopsy findings. It notes interest in the shape of the dead and pathology as guiding topics for the research in the mental hygiene department.

Lenin Faves Uurr Fervis Ruggles Chapman Brn Staeshen Lee Mae

Dry leader cites straw votes to prove public support

Scott Muliride, head of the Anti Saloon League of America, denounces state wide dry rules as a model for nationwide prohibition. He cites straw polls from Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Virginia and notes recent reform votes favoring enforcement over modification. He says drys revive local organizations to push data driven campaigns and argues straw majorities fail to mirror eventual legal outcomes.

Cricago Scott Muliride Anti-Saloon League of America United States Bell Rhode Istana Jersey Virginia Meliride Ue Washington McBride Tvook Catigoraip Iver Cllifornia

Unclear OCR fragment remains from city and newspaper names

Fragmentary OCR text mentions multiple cities and regions with no clear event or person. Readable items include Boston New Jersey New York Sioux City and Kansas City. lacks coherent story or date to summarize.

ALPS Boston Mis- Cinemaatth Volumins Oli Davenport Lens Kansas City Mu Danter Poa Manchester N.td New Jersey Slate Orbes Litew York Ity Peavia Pittebusi Daulding Sioux City Iawa South Bend Ind Washiti

Streseman Faces New Difficulties In League Talks

The article reports difficult positions facing Streseman amid debates on Germany’s entry into the League and securing a permanent council seat. It notes tension over responsibilities and distrust among governments, with emphasis on the need for understanding rather than blame. It recounts discussions at Geneva and mentions efforts to form future policy between Germany and other powers despite unresolved issues.

Wermau Germany League Geneva Miree Dundee Streeman

Chapman Fang Executions Ticket Offer Sparks Controversy

Gerald Chapman is slated for execution on April 10. The article notes three tickets priced at $150 each to witness the death, with offers up to $154 and various individuals seeking to attend. Public interest centers on the legality and ethics of selling admission to an execution.

Chapman Fang Tlartpord Gerald Chapman Vanty Ander Nyman

Army Officer Dies on Gallows in Philippines Trial

The Army medical board found no mental derangement in Thompson after his execution. The court held a murder verdict and sentenced him. The case was reviewed by the judge advocate in Washington and by the President. Thompson, a twenty five year old, hailed from Rockaway, Long Island, New York, and an enlisted man refused a West Point appointment.

Army Medic Board Thompsop Thompson Judge Advocate Philippines War Department Washington Croudse Thampson West Point Lear Rockaway Long Island New York

Italy Seeks Commission to Revise League of Nations Statutes

The council met in secret to discuss revising the League statutes, proposing an immediate special commission with fifteen country representatives, including five from Germany, Argentina, China, Poland and Switzerland. The push aims to overhaul the framework before the September assembly, amid Germany's failed election bid and ongoing seat contest.

Dinenstelg League Imaediate Jine Germany Argentina China Popa Switzerland MM. Ijrand League of Allons Fymann le Aronigt Itr Geneviy Braz Npoin Gennany Viermna Fina Thy Cee

Colonel Coolidge Chapman's Body Found Near Plymouth

Reports describe the discovery of Colonel Coolidge Chapman's body near Plymouth after a helicopter supply route. National Guardsmen were organized and housed at local residences as preparations for a presidential security event continued.

Colonel Coolidge Chapman

Jennings Bros Appeal Against Assessed Valuation

Jennings Bros. Co appeals a valuation set on its property, arguing the assessment failed to place a proper value. The case references a claim of $4,551 and involves questions of manufacturing and machinery valuation. A Supreme Court review is sought to determine the correct assessment and relief.

Homing Pigeon Club Plans Spring Races

Stratford community details a spring pigeon racing program led by local fanciers including Chief Judson and Assistant Chief Anthony. The season opens May 7 with entries shipped from various towns and timed release points at increasing distances up to 1000 miles, alongside city improvements and a mosquito control and clean up campaign.

Masehitz Ly Bridgeport Ieur Club Sundford Sund Trent Bach Vrealter Stratford Tance Tradt Pir Talahiassee Florida Judson William Anthony Anthony Sterling Memorial Hal Venefius Church Children of Daily of St

Chapman Counsel Sees Hope in Long Quest

Fragmentary text shows Chapman counsel noting hope after a prolonged search, with references to feet measurements and a political event. The piece mentions Will be measured by feet and party members attending an election, with notes on press exclusion and county papers.

K. W. Scott Wil Lederime

Florida resident arrested here on breach of the peace

An unclear report states a Florida resident was arrested in connection with an incident at a bank involving a suspected breach of the peace. The suspect, identified as A. Ed, faced charges linked to commercial or financial misconduct during the investigation. Further details are unclear due to the damaged text.

Pirisun Baidean Orc Rod Guo Canepla

Green Automobile Stolen in City Theft

A green automobile parked on Gulden Hil street attracted attention for its color on Patrick's Day. The unmarked vehicle disappeared before 7 p.m. that night while police searched for the green car in the city and nearby towns.

Duce Wilcox Penroy

Former prisoner turned jail clerk linked to Meriden fraud case

A former prisoner, Boardman, who served a year for a Meriden National Bank theft, has been rehired as a county jail clerk. Reports state Judge Thomas suspended the rest of the sentence, Boardman was placed in probation, and later returned to work in the jail’s front office while living off-site. The case prompted continued probation supervision and special oversight by the sheriff.

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U S Doubts Arms Pact In Europe

Washington voices doubt on the European disarmament process amid delays in the League of Nations disarmament commission and potential impact on U S policy. Officials warn postponement could affect future arms talks and influence Geneva proposals amid ongoing consultations.

U.S Europe

Process Server Seeks Towne in Controversial Suit

A process server seeks Towne in a sprawling case alleging persecutions and death threats connected to a prominent Yale & Towne lock company family dispute. The filing states Towne is to be held in contempt and tied to a manslaughter like sequence, with property seized to force attendance at hearings.

Choicago Meredith Towne Nilvenaire Sue Yale & Tewhe Afes Morethy Hon Goelory Sean

Group seeks reimbursement from van Sweringens directors

In Magmond Virginia, minor stockholders of a Chesapeake and Ohis Lauroed company filed a formal demand calling on the board of directors to reimburse all expenses incurred by van Sweringens and his associates in relation to a merger proceeding. The action seeks recovery of costs from the merger process.

Magmond Maveh Vi Chesapeake and Ohis Lauroed Tooad ‘Ormal Camping Tpi Vad Swetingesis Peake Precvedia Mit

Rothschild fined for selling relic Venus Genetrix

In Naylies Italy on March 17 AP reports Baron Marc de Rothschild and three others found guilty of exporting the Venus Genetrix statue to America in 1923 without permission. The court fined Baron de Rothschild 370,000 lire, the seller and two others 1,000 lire each, plus a joint indemnity of 6,000 lire to the state treasury.

Alfredo Campanelli Atule Treasury

Rubber company sues local firm in Pennsylvania suit

Quaker City Rubber company of Philadelphia sues local firm over a $14,000 claim. An attachment valued at $17,000 targets Frank Morris property at 526 Fairfield avenue. Sheriff filing notes proceeds and guarantees tied to a $3,000 note, with nonperformance cited.

Frank Moh Fairfield Avenue Mosrias Hochst

Colds, Grip or Latuenaa Preventive Remedy Ad

An old box advertisement promotes Laxglive Brom Quin in tablets as a preventive treatment. The copy mentions a signature by H.W. Grove and presents the item as a proven remedy for colds and grip.

H.W. Grove Box

Sleeps All Night Now Matamel Offer

Miss Catherine Dunne reports two years of backache neckache headaches dizziness swollen ankles and low appetite. A New York lab assistant touts Matamel as a nondrug concentrate from Mexican Maguey plant with no alcohol or narcotics claiming relief after years of suffering. Read and ask your druggist for Matamel or find local drug stores at 493 Mit in St. and 1832 State St.

Catherine Dunne Brookview Ave Bridgeport Pr Newton's Laboratories New York Mexico Mit

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