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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1925
Page
15
A coroner exonerated the motorman held in connection with a boy's death after a March incident. The inquiry reviewed the crash involving a vehicle and rear wheel contact, noting the family and bystanders observed the tragedy and investigators sought clues to identify the car owner or driver responsible.
Mia Christian Nelson of Summit Long Hill left for Florida last December with rheumatism and paralysis, returned largely unable to walk without support. She claims she avoided treatment aside from a brief walk, credits a local resort and donations near Tint da White in Florida for a near miraculous improvement, while newspapers in Miami pruned glowing accounts of her progress during a three week stay.
A high level appointment is reported as Miss Marion Hamilton, a sealed figure in the UK, joins the board of directors of a large insurance company where Lufer holds the presidency. The note references ongoing pursuit of justice for a regrettable act and mentions time, justice, and fear of future discoveries.
Vague OCR notes describe Bridgeport Exposition with music and a style show, exhibits on multiple floors, displays of local progress, and plans for entertainment. References to merchants, items for home, and local families suggest a bustling city event highlighting advancement and community commerce.
At the annual meeting of the First Universalist church on Fairfield avenue Rev Charles Kiame stated the report that the church was to be sold without foundation. He urged funds be used to repair the building and to add an imposing facade to the sidewalk.
Adelaide and Helen discuss Tight Acres near Stratfield road praising the countryside and homes under construction. They reminisce on savings and investments with Bridgeport Trust, plan a Khabe Ampico Grand piano, and note tea time with cinnamon toast before a walk along the White Rose bread implausible shopping list ends with a stroll outdoors.
The opening of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem is celebrated with a dinner at the Stratfield Hotel in Bridgeport attended by Jewish professionals. Speakers include Dr Ratnoff of New York and Hendrik Van Loon, with Carl Beck praising Zionist progress and the homeland's revival since the Balfour Declaration. The event ties to a broader view of Jewish cultural achievement and national awakening.
Attorney Michael J T Flanagan assistant clerk of the Superior court for Fairfield county and county building employees discuss a baseball showdown. An issue chased by a formal ukase and brass band rhetoric claims the Chadwick Room Tigers crave action on the diamond. Attorneys Cuneo and Brennan note Flanagan’s remarks after a long session in the elevator at the building.
New York pastors from the Greater New York Federation of Churches urge abolishing the play jury system after a recent Broadway controversy. A regulation to end the system and restore prosecution under the penal code will be proposed at the next meeting. Canon Willard Chase of Christchurch Brooklyn condemns revoking the producer’s license when a play breaks the law.
A moot enthusiastic Bridgeport Art League meeting at the club house on Clinton avenue organized square knitting for comforters destined for disabled soldiers at Allingown hospital. Mrs Philp Holzer led, marking the second of three Lent meetings with a third to be completed before Easter. After work, Mrs Matthew H Rogers served tea and wafers. Beatrice Inwin, famed in England, introduced a new lighting invention using sites to produce varied light qualities for different needs.
New Canaan March 30 A New Canaan man James Warren was shot in the head and is in serious condition at Stamifort hospital after being shot late tonight by Ben von of New Canaan who is held without bail. Police provided limited information.
An advertisement notes Philips original Milk of Magnesia preacrib ed by physicians for 60 years as an antacid laxative and aperient. It markets 25 cent bottles and directs readers to drug stores for purchase and directions. The copy emphasizes medical credibility and long-standing usage.
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