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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1926
Page
2
A found body linked to a submarine project traces back to Newport News Shipbuilding and Libyan plant operations. Simon Lake letters reveal roles in hull and machinery work for Russian, American, and Swiss facilities, with a 1910s missing executive Eklund connected to the Lake Torpedo Boat Company and the ill fated 8-31.
The ninety ninth Grand Commandery of Connecticut Knights Templar convened in Bridgeport with 350 members at a banquet hosted by Hamilton Commandery No. 5. Speeches by eminent leaders highlighted a statewide education fund surpassing 10,000 dollars, aiding sons of deceased knights, as the gathering wore formal regalia and observed ceremonial emeritus duties.
In Willimantic a writ of mandamus was issued by Judge John H. Booth of Danbury in Superior Court against Probate Judge David Flage of Putnam. The order requires Judge Flage to show cause why he should not prepay and perform duties and keep proper records. Howard Bradford, Windham County state’s attorney, presented the application. Judge Flage has held judicial offices since the 19th century and served as town clerk and treasurer. Bradford and Judge Mags refused comment.
In Nicaragua the Liberal movement declares war and seizes Bluefields and Rama towns. Rebels led by Sandoval and Duarte attack government garrisons, kill General Sequirra and two soldiers, and seek arms funding from exiled Liberal leader Bacasa. Managua remains quiet as Chamorro’s regime lacks US recognition.
Levy testified about funds paid for expenses by the bureau involved in liquor interests. The government’s attorney Danaher pressed questions about investigative scope. The court adjourned with Hates on the stand. further testimony tomorrow includes J Weston Alen of Newt, Massachusetts, a former attorney general.
Washington March 4 The Senate Interstate Commerce Committee approved a new radio bill aiming to regulate broadcasting. The measure seeks to set standards for power and authority at radio operators and assigns oversight to a national commission.
Fairfield May 4 Special Secretary of State Fran C A Pallotti told Fairfield Luncheon Club at Chaimp's Farm Black Rock he found the original deed to the Western Reserve signed by President John Adams and Acting Secretary John Marshall. He described the document as highly legible, noting old style and modern handwriting, dating back over 125 years to Governor Jonathan Trumbull. The deed settled western Pennsylvania Ohio land disputes and defined Connecticut's western boundary. The document is open for inspection at Pallotti's Hartford office.
Richard Stewart, a Wilmington Negro, was electrocuted in Charleston state prison for the murder of William Ames, another Negro, who was shot in his sleep in Wilmington last August. Governor Puller denied a reprieve and denounced the belief that crime readers escape punishment, stating Stewart’s guilt and the need to uphold the law.
The Kiane administration will demonstrate its ability to operate municipal government for a five minute period starting at noon. Fifteen school boys will fill various city posts from 12:00 to 12:05, with eighth grade pupil Kinane presiding at the mayor's desk on the third floor.
Manuel M. Polley of Norwalk faced a manslaughter charge over Andrew Sandy's death on April 26 in Darien court. The coroner found no criminal negligence. Prosecution was placed on probation for six months for Polley, Louis Polley discharged, and James Massivk of New York fined for reckless driving after a family quarrel over children.
Obituary notices list Mary Louise Daley of 67 Crescent Avenue who died after a short illness at City Hospital. Survived by her husband Juan D. Daley and two sisters Mrs Edward Vessurean of Meriden and Mrs Morris’ Froytey of Dayton. Funeral details given for May 7 from Charles L. Dennis Funeral Home and St. Mary’s Church with interment in St. Michael’s cemetery. Also listed are obituaries for Lawrence Arnold Bottomley of 274 Beechwood Avenue, Margaret McTaggart of 489 Spring Street, Ruby H. Hardwicke of 349 Ridgefield Avenue, and other surviving relatives. each entry notes funeral or burial arrangements and local church or cemetery details.
Owb Viah reports seventeen year old William Lingdurker of Ogwen Jugh school Cadet battalion died from a bayonet wound to the heart after a mock duel with peers Parkes and Grobert Woods. He walked home after the wound and later died in bed. An autopsy noted the bayonet point had pierced his heart.
About 15 Bridgeport Lions and wives led by District Governor WW Rent depart in the morning for New London to attend the tenth annual Lions International convention for the 23rd District of Connecticut and Rhode Island at the Motieuan hotel in Hartford. Also attending are M Butler secretary and others, with notable members including Ekerbert J. Tlansen and Frank Jerrity.
Eva Thelen of Rye was shot on a stone wall in front of United Hospital. Vilo Summa and Vita Sileo were held as suspects in the Harlem style murder as investigators probe motives and alibis. Summa’s mother’s death followed news of his detention, while the case unfolds with questions about the shooter.
Stamford May 4 Special The Republican town committee at a meeting in Republican headquarters last night appointed a committee of 12 to draft a new plan for the election of the town committee. The group will meet next Tuesday at headquarters and includes Warren B Abel Adelbert A Skerl John Soberts Frank C Langley Matthew A Kenealy James C Crane Abbott Wutsey II HL Gibson Benjamin Lee Dr J Of Tango Mrs Julia Ws Emery and Miss Eva Host. The city levy for the first and second tax districts was fixed at 15 mills last night by the Common Council and the Board of Finance at a joint meeting The rate for the third district was set at 17 mills. Last year the rates were 26 mills in the first district and 16.39 in the second district. The change follows increased assessments. There were only two tax districts last year but a charter amendment adopted at the last session of the general assembly creates a third district taking in territory formerly in the second. The amount to be raised by taxation is 1 268 687 78.
Under English law a man may marry his son's mother in law or his deceased wife's sister yet may not marry his aunt by marriage or his wife’s niece by marriage once this restriction is noted. The rule distinguishes blood and affinity relationships within the family.
WEW YORK May 4 AP Genie Foster Peabody seventy four year old philanthropist banker and patron at art and learning institutions announced he has legally adopted as his daughter Mrs Marielle Knappen Waile a social worker in her late thirties. The adoption is linked to memory of Mig Peabody who died in 1925 former wife of Katrina Trask Alliance founder in Stratag Springs New York. Waileda said to be a University of Minnesota graduate and later director of the Katrina Trask Alliance. details include Peabody’s late life circle and connections to Coopertown New York.
The health department chief faces questions over credentials and ethics as witnesses clash over medical licensing. Judge Dillon probes Dr. Osborn about oath, practicing history, and signature validity on his commission, while records reference diploma mills and eclectic boards.
Stamford struggles over reappointment of Superintendent Stark as minority pushes for written statements. The personnel committee including Mrs Young, Mrs Dorothy Skene, and F J Peckham chair the school committee. Also notes Paraguay plant discovered in desert regions producing a sweetness far beyond sugar. Delegates from over forty countries to attend the Boy Scout Congress in Switzerland next August.
Sheridian Wyoming May 4 Six Indian tribes from Montana South Dakota and Wyoming will perform rain making at the semi centennial celebration of Custers Last Stand on the Little Bighorn battlefield. Each tribe will enter a chant and medicine to summon rain while bearing staffs and painted bodies. Bear Tal of the Pryor Crows recalls a past success when his chant promised rain at a rodeo and delivered a deluge that scattered tents and toppled unwieldy tepees.
Valkiner Taylor, manager of the Smith and Murray store, was elected chairman at the annual Retail Board meeting held at the Algonquin club. Roderick H. Cleveland became vice chairman, William C. Hawley treasurer, and Thomas B. Taylor secretary as the group reported strong financial health.
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