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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1925

Page

5

Social Agencies Committee Holds Annual Meeting

Raymond Walker presided at the Section of Foreign Born meeting at the University Club. A letter invited members to the State conference in Waterbury April 26 to 29 and to chair the Monday afternoon session on Immigration Laws. A sub committee was formed to plan the session and to assemble a city wide list of foreign language clubs and organizations. New officers effective May 1 include Robert Bradley as chairman and Florence Cassidy as secretary.

Raymond Walker Council of Social Agencies University Club State Council of Waterbury Apii Victoria Larmour Catholic Charitable Bureau 8. M. Batchelor the Protective Association Clarence King Misa Prorence Cassily International Institute Y. W. CG Misa Ida Ik Aull Charity Organization Society Adel Frederick Robert Bradley Florence Cassidy Ida Keltner Cleveland, Ohio International Institute

Milford Mobilizes Aid for Princeton Tornado Victims

Milford Chamber of Commerce reports Mayor Charles A. Neemer of Princeton Indiana appeals for relief funds after a devastating tornado struck five stores. He cites 1500 homeless and 1000 job losses from ruined railroad shops and Heinz factory. Contributions directed to Princeton Relief Fund via Milford treasurer Morton P. Tibbally.

Milford Milford Chamber of Commerce Association Charles A. Nienier Princeton Indiana Arthur Clark Milford Commerce Board Heinz Factory Wil Blair Farmer's Xnational Bank Chahubs A. Neemr Morton P. Tibbally Milford Chamber of Commerce Washington Red Cross

Women Suffer Most, Mowbray Declares at Bridgeport Club

Dr Mowbray of the Telegram staff told Bridgeport Psychology Club members at Stratfield that women bear patient suffering while men would likely shoot themselves. He called this a form of quiet courage and noted several observed traits in attendees.

Mowbray Bridgeport Psychology Club Stratfield Muaker

Physicians hold out hope for cartoonist Darling

In Des Moines Iowa on March 23 physicians treating cartoonist Ding Darling expressed cautious optimism about his condition. Darling’s peritonitis was described as improving slightly after a serious illness. The report notes ongoing care and concern for his recovery.

Dis Molnes Iowa D. Ding’ Darling Mr. Darling

Steam shovel barred on bridge to beach resort ride

A fourteent ton steam shovel owned by Bridgeport Construction Company was driven toward Pleasure Beach on Seaview avenue but barred at the new steel bridge by island operators fearing damage. Riders on Seaview avenue wonder who took the machine for a joy ride as Park owners push to clear the cycle tract for parking.

Robert F Hm” Donnelly Bridgeport Construction Company Pleasure Beach Seaview Avenue Donnelly

Aviati on field and terminal planned at New Haven harbor front

Announcement from New Haven states negotiations closed for John F. Tweed to buy a large tract on the east harbor front to establish a big aviation field and terminal. Creed represents the New Haven Air Terminal company formed by local aviation interests.

Wew Haven John Fl. Tweed East Harbor Creed New Haven Air Terminal Company

Manslaughter charge sought against Albany hotelman

Assistant District Attorney Delaney said an indictment will be sought against Robert P. Murphy proprietor of the Kenmore hotel in Albany in connection with the death of Grace Hayner of Troy. Hayner died when Murphy's car crashed into a telephone pole early today. Murphy had been arrested Friday on speeding charges and was said to be driving without a license. Murphy and two passengers were uninjured.

Albany Delaney Robert P. Murphy New Kenmore Grace Hayner Troy Hayner Murphy

Formaldehyde in beer lands three in doctors hands

Norwalk, March 28. Three local men bought formaldehyde at a drug store claiming they would use it to treat root trouble and mixed it with beer. Wilbur Hemmons, 32, is hospitalized in serious condition while Alexander Kool and Anthony Thompson, both about 28, are under care at home.

Norwalk Wilbur Hemmons Alexander Kool Anthony Thompson

Memorial Service in Newtown Honors Fanny Crosby

Memorial services at the Methodist church Sandy Hook honored Fanny Crosby poet and hymn writer. A Luther program by Miss Tisie P. Lowe featured choir performances and an address by Alexander Wright reflecting on Crosby’s character and work at Cornell Methodist church New York. The service included hymns and scripture readings with prayers and benediction.

Newtown Spesigh Sandy Hook Fanny Crosby America Tisie PF. Lowe Gladys Grey Flartford Fern Stowe Seymour Alexander Wright New Haven Allingtown Hospital Mias Crosh Cornell Methodist Church New York City J. P. Stowe Misa Stowe Virginlas Council Knights of Columbus Danbury Rieferta Armory John F. Maloney M. F. Crowe Edward W. Troy Francis A. Murphy Charlies F. Cavanaugh Edward Pr .Talty Patrick TF. McMahon Michael Halpin Thomas Hrew Jamea J Ferrell Wiliam P. Kennedy Joseph Bantle

Norwalk Hatting Boom Prompts Possible Plant Sale

Norwalk plans to reclaim prominence in hatting as New England Panama Hat Co of Brooklyn negotiates to buy Young Hat Co at 13 Butler Street. Orange, NX-based F. Terg Co, which purchased Poor Hat Co, announced plans to move to Norwalk and employ about 400 people. The Young Hat Co runs a retail chain and has been active in production and sales.

Norwalk New England Panama Mat Company Brooklyn Young Fat Company Butler Street Sopirday F. Terg Company Orange Morwalk N. EB Panama Young Hat Company

Stamford Man Gets Jail Term for Assault

Stamford March 24 Thirty days in jail with a suspended sentence if reconciliation could be reached between accused Joseph Lobrenswick of 203 Ludlow Street and his wife was the penalty in city court for assaulting his wife. The dispute began after Lobrenswick spent six months away and returned, triggering the argument over money. Mrs Daniel Fitzmaurice was tasked with restoring harmony in the household.

Stamford Joseph Loblenswick Ludlow Street Lobrenswick Daniel Fitzmaurice

Florida Senator asks inquiry on gasoline boost

Florida Democrat Senator Trammell urged the Federal Trade Commission to probe gasoline price rises on its own, after his resolution to investigate the rise failed in the Senate. He said a few senators hindered a favorable expression from a large Senate majority.

Washington Trammell Florida Senate Federal Trade Commission Thompson Commission

Long Hill Man Plans 7000 Mile Water Return Trip

Samuel Legley reports from Los Angeles that he will depart San Francisco by steamer for a 7000 mile voyage home via the Panama Canal, aiming to arrive around April 14. A New England supper tonight at 6 by the Ladies of the M. and church will aid the Conference Claimant Fund and the Retiredsters Fund, with a large turnout expected. William Cotton of Devon visits his brother Edward Cotton.

Long Hilt Samuel Legley Los Angeles San Francisco Fanama Canal New England M. &. Church William Cotton Devon Edward Cotton

Paterson Realtor Joseph Jacobs Found Dead in Parsale River

Marsh 29. A bullethole in his right ear marked the death of Joseph Jacobs a wealthy Paterson realtor whose body was found floating in the Parsale river. Jacobs had disappeared from his home on February 18. Two years earlier Louis Berkowitz his partner was shot and killed by unidentified men in Garfield New Jersey.

Bankrupt Bean King Denied Motion in Larceny Trial

In Albion on March 22 Judge Gilbert T. Baker, substituting for the late County Judge Gerald B. Fluhrer, denied a defense motion for a mistrial in the trial of Lewis J Sanda also known as Bean King. Sanda was tried on the second charge of first degree grand larceny arising from the Carl D B Sands Bean Co. collapse last September. he was acquitted on the first count. Jurisdiction questions were raised during the proceedings.

Gerald B. Fluhrer Lewis J Sanda Bean King Sanda Ja Beng Carl DB Sands Bean Co Baker Albion Gilbert TT. Baker

Stratford Woman Receives Major Share Of 30 000 Estate

Stratford March 23 Miss Kate Van Voorhis of 1721 Elm Street will receive the bulk of the late Edith Hastings estate under a will filed today. The document dated June 12 1920 leaves Miss Van Voorhis an $21 000 share of the $80 000 total, while Ethel M Lindsay a cousin inherits $1 000 and other assets include furniture and real estate earnings in New York. Hastings a prominent suffrage leader and ally of the Women Voters of Stratford.

Stratford Marsh Specelar Kate van Voorhis Elm Street Edith Hastings John Smith Stratford Probate Court Misa van Voor Ethel M. Lindsay New York Miss Hastings Women Voters of

Waterbury Dentist Faces Assault Charge in Local Court

Wilson Clark Jr., 32, of Naugatuck, charged with assault and carrying concealed weapons, saw his case continued to March 20 in City Court under a $1,000 bond. Police say he will claim the dentist assaulted his wife during treatment at Dr Frank T. McLaughlin’s Buckingham block office, following a Saturday altercation that led to his arrest.

Waterbury Wilson Clark, Jr Naugatuck Hayes Clark Prank TF. Mc-Laughlin Buckingham Block McLaughlin

Stratford youths file C. M. T. C. applications

Stratford March 28 special. Several youths have sent in and been accepted for this year's Citizens' Military Training Camp. Accepted include Andrew Slootmaker Donald Silliman Herbert Hart Keith Cutbill George d Hulsbell Nathan Friedman and others. Information and blank applications available from Stratford Reserve Officers. Major Rex Delacour Captain Curtis Williams Lieut Flood Lieut Sexton and others are listed.

Stratford Camp Devens Masa Ariilery Inclde Andrew Slootmaker Donald Silliman Herbert Hart Keith Cutbill George d Hulsbell Nathan Friedman Rex Delacour Caqain John T. Curtis Wiliam (. Williams Harry Flood Vincent Sexton Donahd Saimia Wayne Aumin

Banker's Death Ruled Natural Causes in New York

Autopsy shows Louis Fran kenheimer a 74 year old retired banker died of a brain tumor not injuries claimed from an assumed robbery attack. Chief Medical Examiner Norris concluded he fell on the street and, mentally dazed, imagined an assault.

New York Louis & Frankenhemer Norris Trankenheimer

Kellogg’s All-Bran Promise of Constipation Relief

Claim advertising relief from constipation with Kellogg's All-Bran. States daily two tablespoonfuls with milk or fruit, guarantees relief or purchase price refunded, noting production in Battle Creek Michigan and distribution through leading hotels, restaurants, and grocers.

Kellogg's Battle Creek Michigan

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