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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1927
Page
20
Damaged stores and early morning fire are noted amid a fragmented obituary page. The item briefly mentions an alleged proprietor linked to a club and references store losses, a fire at 1 o'clock, and surrounding local details without clear names or places due to broken OCR text.
A crowded program features Miss Minnie Silverstone and Jatee performing at a city club event for National Music Week. The evening includes a variety of acts and a gala atmosphere with multiple performers and bands, showcasing local talent and notable guests in a lively, vintage-nightclub setting.
The Rev Herbert C Turner longtime pastor and chaplain at Hampton Institute in Washington died at home today. Born in Brooklyn NY he was educated at America College and Theo Jog Seminary. He led institute work with the North fur min and supported lay ministry. survived by two daughters and a widow.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a debate over a Liberty statue memorialization tied to wartime policy and transportation funds. It mentions the War Department receiving funds and a push by civic groups in New York to support or challenge the project amid protests and allegiance to the goddess of liberty.
About 10 members of the YWCA group led a candle light service in a local church. The event featured prayers, testimonies, robes, and closing remarks by leaders and visitors, with groups of women and pastors participating.
A nurse predicts a formal code of ethics at a gathering of New England nurses and hospital leaders. The meeting, attended by figures including Mrs Minnie Montagu and secretary Mrs Lene Rtylerts, discusses founding ideas, endowments, and standards for the profession within the Nurses Association.
A Moose gathering drew about 450 delegates at the Ridgewood NS meeting, where an oath and discipline issues sparked debate. A dispute over conduct led to a suspension threat and calls for a formal inquiry, with several attendees cited for procedural violations and a hazy outcome reported.
A lengthy legislative debate centers on funding road and bridge projects for small towns. Proponents argue state aid is essential, while critics push for local responsibility and fair distribution. The discussion references highway commissions, appropriations, and the 1947 Public Acts as guiding framework.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe multiple ambulance calls near Talkin Street and Bridgeport area, with scattered times and locations. Portions mention patient transport to medical facility and responsive responders. details are incomplete and date/time unclear.
The district court granted a divorce to Mrs W B French amid a public discussion of the couple’s separation. Attending officials noted the case involved complex financial details including trust funds and contingent interest in an estate, with the court dismissing certain allegations as moot.
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