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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1927
Page
23
Harland Adrien argues that most people can become rich with sustained effort and proper planning. He critiques fatalism, suggests insurance and philanthropy as paths, and envisions a day when anyone can be a philanthropist by giving away a substantial sum through a tailored policy.
AP summary notes Liberty bonds issue details with first second third and fourth maturities mentioned. Mentions Treasury officials and dates in tentative form, indicating ongoing bond sales with figures 3 1 3s and 4 1 18 4 1 45.
Real estate transfers include Carl T. Wenstrom and others to Budwell Kingston on Pierce Avenue. James Van Stones to Kane on Atlantic Street. Annie M. Chichester to Viola Tolste on Logan Street. Ada Swezey to Charlies Swezey on Mountain Grove Street. Katherine Bennett to William Bennett on Morehouse Street. George Malones to Sophie Malones Yoonoakis on Lorraine Street. mortgage to James Kane et al to James Van Stone on Atlantic Street for 4000. Andrew and Elizabeth Genel to Columbia Finance on Fairfield Avenue for 32000. Kingston to Wenstrom on Pierce Avenue for 4000.
Unfavorable weather in northwest and southwest unsettles markets while large world shipments and muted demand limit gains. Wheat futures show mixed moves with May slipping, July steady to higher, and September edging up. corn and oats open lowers then rebound slightly amid cautious trading.
Shipping notices list vessels arriving or sailing with partial routes from New York to London Naples and Queenstown. Instances mention ships Martha Washington, President Flayes, Oscar TI, Christiana and others with inconsistent dates in May.
The market for cotton remains steady with general support noted for both spot and July futures. Analysts cite firm demand and limited selling as factors behind the stability in price and trading activity.
Note shows unclear text about collateral timing 3 6 months and a 90 day element. Mentions SEW or steady and possible price or rate references. Source readability is limited. no clear named persons or organizations identified.
The Y.R.C.C.A. bowling league held a celebratory gathering with fans and members in attendance. President addressed enthusiasts about the league's recent achievements and thanked organizers for a successful season run.
May 1 report from Baton Rouge notes top Southern Conference track stars set to compete May 13 and 14 as they chase national marks. Fad Hamm of Georgia Tech, Baskin of Auburn, Gaton Eliott of North Carolina, Guy Neeson of LSU, Henry Cummings of Virginia and others aim for records. LSU and Mississippi teams have long dominated before rising rivals make the outcome uncertain.
August battles Burnbrook with a stiff right hook but slips, then takes a beating as Hussey overwhelms him. Jennings falls after a flurry, and Saxon wins a six round bout with Sailor Darden. Bridgesport’s Lena Johnson draw with Leo Johnson as Gridseport fights end in a stalemate.
New York reports mixed industrial activity with April figures for Studebaker sales and Pittsburgh Coal output rising while Youngstown area steel and tin plate sectors show varied capacity use. Western Maryland revenue for four months reaches 7.708 million, coal loadings remain high, and a Pennswoard Steel recapitalization vote is postponed.
Results list from multiple races for three year olds and up, with weights, jockeys, and payouts. Fireproof, Dragon, Soiree, Portia, Prince of Wales and other named runners show winning odds and times, plus a long field of also-rans and notable entrants.
Multiple races listed with three year olds and up at six furlongs and one mile plus, including Vintner winning the first race in 1 minute 14 seconds and various horses and times across the card. Names include Vintner R Pierce F Melmor, Quadrille R Haviland, Cheops L Fater, Night March C Raila, Compensation MH Benham, Sweenster TL Water, Turkey's Neck W Kelsay, and Morecaster Fi Robbira.
Race card style summary listing winners with odds and times for Pimlico events. Mentions three year olds and up in races for $1,800 and $50,000 added, with distances from six furlongs to one and three sixteenths miles. Includes horse names, Jockeys or trainers and notable prices such as 11%, 6.80, 3.30, and 7.00, plus time figures like 1:14 for the main event and multiples for other races.
Chicago May 9 President Han Johnson of the American League said he would hand down a ruling on Ty Cobb's case tomorrow morning. He declined to talk to Connie Mack after long-distance calls. the Detroit celebration planned for Cobb's honor faces uncertainty as Johnson investigates the matter with Umpire Ormsby and Al Simons.
Lexington reports more than thirty horses entered for the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Hydromel, Nor’Easter, and a Pimlico-involved plan draw attention as contenders. F.R. Bradley’s Derby plans remain uncertain, with Be With We, the Derby Trial winner, shipping to Pimlico for the Preakness. Buddy Bauer and Boo remain in idle preparation at Idle Hour Farm awaiting Louisville shipping. Rolled Stocking enjoys local support, while Raw Air injured, and Stotland and Mr. Kirkwood among other Derby hopefuls trained locally.
Philadelphia May 9 AP Lons Kaplan Meriden Conn won a ten round decision over Al Foreman of Washington DC Foreman led early but Kaplan controlled the action, finishing with Foreman bleeding from the nose and mouth Kaplan weighed 121 ½ pounds to Foreman 130 pounds Also Routis beat Rowley in another bout and Chicago defeated Philadelphia in a separate match
In Waterbury Massachusetts APY Constable Nick Lipnickin caretaker at Lakewood Park was arrested after 9 tonight by Lieutenant Chris Harmon and Lieutenant Milton Macdtullen on charges of drunkenness breach of the peace and evading a tax bill. He allegedly threatened Anthony Abbondandola owner of 28 Jefferson Street who according to police took the revolver from Lipnickin before reporting the matter.
Lieutenant Georges C Neville stated that Commander Byrd has no confirmed plans to depart New York for a Paris flight this Saturday if Ni ningesaer and Collins proceed. The New York Evening Post reports Acosta would replace Lloyd Bennett as co pilot if the attempt goes ahead.
Washington May 9 A Justice Department inquiry shows judges hold mixed views on the 1895 probation law. Some praise probation as a just tool when used within limits, others warn it invites crime by reducing penalties. Several say it helps in cases involving old age illness or poverty, while some oppose suspending sentences.
Hartford May 4 The star game was canceled due to rain and a fire destroyed Clarkin field’s grandstand, which seated about 4 000. Owner James H H Clarkin aims to rebuild quickly, with temporary bleachers planned and left field stands intact to cover most games while work proceeds.
Alfred O'Connor former commander of the Danbury American Legion post is buried at Wooster Cemetery after a funeral at West Terrace. Delegations from local and Fairfield county posts attended as Osbourne officiated. he served as a Coast Artillery lieutenant in World War I.
Paris reports Maurice Goudard, a leading authority, says France must export 40 percent of auto output to the United States and that a 12 percent tax de luxe should be imposed to boost domestic buying. He cautions that without urgent action France risks being crowded out of the world market as America leads in engineering and production methods.
A dense collage of obituaries and funeral notices from New Haven area papers. Entries include AMLEN In Montelatron dated May 8 1827, G Whitlam Bernhard May 7 1927, Charles H Collins May 11 1927, Ellen Lynch May 12 1927, Carol Francis May 9 1927, Mary Gullick May 1927, Daniel A Heavren May 10 1927, Margaret D O'Brien May 1927, and many others with services at local churches and cemeteries. Interments at Mt. Grove, Mountain Circle, St Michaels, St Pauls, Jordan, El Michaele, Lakerten and other cemeteries. Names include Anna Jind Abien, Robert Dwyer, Brigham Ball Iwan, G. Whitlam Bernhard, Raymond A. Collins, Helen Pura, Lulu Leekell, and more reflective of a city’s obituary column.
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