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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1926
Page
14
A short, unclear item reports a person named UGG WARBORN Jo Man 1st- HOP and Simson Teidersin involved in playing a ukulele during a forest fire, resulting in a ten dollar fine. The text is garbled and difficult to parse but centers on misuse of a musical instrument at an emergency incident and a monetary penalty.
A chaotic day saw fires raged across the county extinguished by crews. One individual named Khan faced a $10 fine and liberty restored after paying, while authorities kept ties to monitor remaining hotspots and prevent flare ups in the city.
Atlantic City May 11 AP Plans discussed at the National Radio Trade Association convention for an International Radio Week in 1927 led by Powell Crosley Jr. to emphasize radio as a world movement rather than a mere test. Delegates noted summer static and industry overcapacity, urging better programs and consolidation to sustain profitability.
Robert Lyon, 21, of Bridgeport, received 30 days in jail and a $150 fine for transporting alcohol in a Darien town court. Judge Charles Bates Dana noted Lyon’s role as sole supporter of elderly parents. Lyon previously faced a similar charge and a truck load of alcohol hidden under vegetables was found with him. Co-defendant Ralph Mutareili claimed lack of knowledge about the truck’s contents and sought employment in Bridgeport after arrest. Prosecutor Max Spelke praised Officer Amos R. Anderson for catching four bandits last Saturday morning.
Connecticut Forestry Association schedules a field meeting at Alain C. White’s Bantam Lake estate near Litchfield. The afternoon program features Col Henry Graves Yale School of Forestry Alan White Walter O Filby Dr Perley Spaulding John W Titcomb and Prof Fred R Fairchild on topics including forestry work of the White Foundation chestnut reemergence and forests in relation to land use.
Ten year old special robot Plotkin of 49 Selleck street is in Stamford hospital with severe head and body bruises after jumping from a moving car. Driver Lewis Reynolds of Sijan street attempted to stop near Greenwich avenue when the boy leapt out hitting his head on brick pavement.
Passaic New Jersey May 11 AP The governor's mediation commission for the 16 week textile strike works diligently and honestly but cannot force mill owners to meet Henry J Titl fers a two member of the body said today Helfie said he was confident a conference would be arranged
New Haven May 11 Colemans Inc operators of a soda fountain and film developing establishment at Church and Main streets filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition listing liabilities of 211,198 and assets of 12,446.
The American Legion hosts an organ recital and concert at Mrs Archibald McNell’s home, 1000 Fairfield Avenue. Program includes organ solos, choral works, various soloists, readings by Miss Josephine Conholin, and piano accompaniment, with assistance from Choir of Sacred Heart Church.
Stamford March 11 Special Sinclair Lewis the controversial writer who defied God and declined the Pulitzer prize has been invited to attend Stamford's Exposition of Progress May 28 to June hosted by the Stamford Chamber of Commerce and local service clubs including Rotary Kiwanis and Lions who fear his critical gaze on small town business circles.
Washington May 12 AP After more than six years the Russian Railway Corps organized by the War Department for service in Siberia will receive military status and honorable discharge under a 9 bill sent to the President. The measure, approved by the Senate after three sessions, grants veterans the right to apply for insurance under the World War Veterans act.
A register of births and parental details lists numerous couples from Stratford and nearby streets with ages and addresses. Entries include May births for families such as May and Helen Macuya. Ma and Albert Jacoby. Raymond and Sofia Mike. and others, along with several May and April birth announcements and partner names.
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