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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1924
Page
1
The article reports that the Pulitzer Prize committee did not follow the jury’s recommendation in the Phelps case. It notes the author attained a notable recognition despite controversy. The piece raises questions about the selection process and expectations of fairness.
New York story reports Yale professor William Lyon Phelps and Owen Johnson clashing with Columbia figures over the Pulitzer Prize decision. The piece also details state police operations against an alleged beer ring, including arrests at Greenwich and connections to New Haven and Brooklyn, with a focus on high‑level suspects and ongoing investigations.
New York May 16 Senator Pat Harrison of Mississippi will be chosen temporary chairman and keynote speaker at the Democratic national convention meeting in New York on June 24 according to reports tonight.
Yale Princeton Cornell crews prepared on Lake Carnegie for a three cornered race. Harvard’s 150 pound crew arrives tonight to join practice. The feature race sees Yale Cornell Princeton competing for the Carnegie Cup in what could be a record attempt if weather and water cooperate.
The condition of Representative John W. W. Langley of Kentucky, who suffered a nervous collapse after returning from Kentucky where he was convicted over Hogue permits, was reported tonight to be unchanged. Attending physicians noted no signs of worsening symptoms of the slight cerebral hemorrhage seen yesterday.
In New York on March 16, federal complaints were filed against three cabarets in the white light district. The district attorney asked for a temporary injunction to restrain the sale of the Piccadilly Rendezvous the River Suppers and the Yollywood.
Mrs Ruth Block of Botsford widow and mother of three was awarded 5016 dollars for the loss of her husband Herman Block’s support. The 312 week award at 18 dollars weekly is the state maximum under Workmen’s Compensation. He died from burns at a South Norwalk garage after an accidental gasoline fire on March 14. The award and funeral expenses were ordered paid in full.
Judge William M. Maltbie told the Connecticut Christian Endeavor Union opening convention that prohibitions uphold democracy by balancing liberty for all. Rev Daniel A Ppling accused Columbia University head Dr Nicholas Murray Butler of anarchic logic in his stance on the 18th Amendment, calling his support compromised by attacks and labeling the amendment immoral. The meeting continues tomorrow and Sunday at Hotel Garde.
Fred R. Newton an 18 year old from Norwalk admitted reading sensational detective stories and attempting burglary at an unoccupied Norwalk residence. He stole about 100 dollars in silverware and was placed on probation after a judge suspended a reformitory sentence. He had been arrested for loitering in Shackyards and found with a faulty revolver. Public Defender DeForest urged a chance for rehabilitation under parole supervision.
Edward Payson Weston 86 year old famed pedestrian was shot and assaulted at his Ulster county farm last Monday night by four armed assailants using guns stones and sticks. His condition is reported as not serious. His housekeeper and adopted son were inside and unharmed as doors and windows were damaged. Police are investigating the motive and suspecting possible robbery or intimidation.
Washington May 16 Ex-Service Men Anti-Bonus League declares war on every Congressman who votes to override President Coolidge's veto of the soldier bonus. They will organize through states next November to persuade voters to support those upholding the President's principles.
In Niantic on May 16 the McCook family blocks state plans to acquire two acres for a Seaside Sanatorium addition to treat Connecticut children with bone and glandular tuberculosis. State legislators in 1923 sided with disabled children, but the McCooks refuse to sell, delaying essential care for hundreds.
Norwalk May 16 Special to The Telegram Deputy Game Warden Richard Gustafson and four others were arrested on breaches of the peace and assault charges in Wilton. They allegedly attacked Morma Moriarty a 90 year old recluse who was beaten and hospitalized after a feud with local sportsmen tied to hunting dog disputes. Bonds ranged from 250 to 500 dollars and case adjourned to May 23 at defense request.
Louisville crowds swell to record Derby attendance with 75,000 fans expected for the 50th renewal at Churchill Downs. Black Gold is the favorite in a strong field, with Mad Play and Bracadale also vying for the prize. The one mile and a quarter race draws a holiday crowd, amid rail-yard trains and hotel rooms packed beyond capacity.
Fairfield May 16 Speciata The Velogram Two liquor raids late this evening yielded 27 gallons of liquor and two 1 1/2 gallon evite, plus arrests of Frank Udeiska and John Szwelkowska on charges of Violation of the Aquerians. Both released on $250 bonds for Town court Monday morning. Raids at Udeiska home found 10 gallons liqueur and 15 gallon null. Szwelkowski home yielded 17 gallons liquor and 14 gallons all seized.
New York society discusses Mra. Phili Lydig engaged to Rev Dr Percy Stickney Grant as she accompanied her fiance to a banquet. An anonymous Boudoir Mirror figure reveals an amusing yet embarrassing incident, with a full account promised in the Bridgeport Sunday Post.
Hartford May 18 Dr James A Christian of Fairfield seeks a warrant for arrest of Harry Z Brundidge a St Louis reporter over criminal libel. Prosecutor Shan non denies but letter says insufficient evidence. Cross examination of Dr Hair intense with Dillon demanding witnesses and Healy asserting control of proceedings.
Special government counsel failed to compel Edward J. Doheny Jr to testify before the grand jury probing fraud linked to naval oil leases in Washington. Doheny refused questions about a $100,000 cash delivery to Albert B. Fall in 1921 and cited possible self incrimination. He appeared with his father and Pan American Petroleum officials as jurors adjourned for the weekend and were to reconvene Monday.
Fairfield county bar members met at the county courthouse to praise Judge John J. Walsh of the Court of Common Pleas who risked his life last week aiding a drowning person in the Long Island sound. Attorney Hugh J. Lavery led the talk commending the judge’s brave action.
Ridgeport reports a widow receives maximum compensation following her husband’s death by burns sustained at a South Norwalk garage. The item also covers a series of local stories including a mural protest, criminal indictments, court actions, and civic notes from various Connecticut towns.
May 14 the Marlin plant in Marlin sold at auction to Frank Kenna of this city for about 200000. The buildings, formerly occupied by Marlin Fire Arms, were assessed at 367000 by the city. May 16 Italian ambassador Prince Gelanio Caeciam urged more engineers in public life, saying engineering trains minds to seek truth and avoid fudging facts in complex tasks.
Marty C. Mella, 38, of 177 Read Street and operator of a delicatessen at 870 Noble Avenue, was arrested yesterday on a breach of peace charge and held in bond of $1,000.
Washington reports lawmakers pressed to override the president in a high stakes fight over the soldier bonus bill. House action expected tonight and Senate leaders signaled potential three fifths or two-thirds votes, amid calls from American Legion leaders urging passage.
Ada Gill aged 68 of Da appeared before Judge J W Banks in Superior Court to obtain a divorce from her 33 year old husband Francis Le Heli Gin. She claimed he plotted theft of nearly $22 000 and sought to protect her $50 000 fortune. She described abduction and alleged murder plans with the suitor, and said she was taken to a sanatorium while her health worsened. The judge heard part of the testimony in chambers and a decree was anticipated.
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