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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1927
Page
10
Town work on eradicating mosquitoes advances amid private subscriptions and state support. Drainage trenches and wall safeguards aim to reduce future town expense as crews address stagnant water in drained areas and near roads and avenues.
Historical society displays at Pip Jud center with a variety of period furniture from Wailford Parker. A two week mission opens with a public program and is followed by a series of local meetings, school follow ups, and community talks about mosquito elimination and road improvements near Munson.
A Milford storm damaged a car when a passenger was injured at Walnut Beach. John Connors reported to Walford Hospital with cuts and bruises after the vehicle struck a pole. Nearby incidents included a reckless driving case and several traffic offenses in Milford and surrounding towns. Several social events and local notes filled the day’s community roundup.
Town court atterne Stanley Tennings of Westport represents plaintifs tomorrow night. Meeting planned for the Comyo T fe Guais. Plans discussed for coming year. Church entertainments and a turkey supper noted. Guests include Mrs John Hutch of Comme aid Amengy and Miss Chaise Chase, former Westport resident.
Washington columnist George H. Wansing surveys recent Supreme Court decisions expanding congressional and executive powers, limiting presidential and witness use for investigations, and affecting civil rights. The piece links rulings to major scandals and constitutional balance, noting the Senate and Congress currency in shaping policy and oversight.
The article surveys key Supreme Court decisions and upcoming undecided cases. It discusses a Roteman extension, a Texas voting rights law, and price fixing rulings. It lists major cases awaiting decisions on May 4 May 30 and June 6, including California crime law and federal monopolies.
The Congregational church hosted the town spelling center with a crowd of parents and residents. Participants included Revenye Coit, August Schappel, Alice Hayes, Lilen Johnson, and Pichard Tesdell. Winners were August Schippel first, Woodcreek Filimitha Litt second, and Alice Thiyes third. Hichad Chatterton won in Crew V Meawlow, with Ivy Bescell second from Centerville. District contest will be held in New Milford Wednesday. The program featured school art, a dramatic story, and vegetable-themed skits promoting health, enjoyed by all.
Fragmented OCR text describes international tensions, religious divides, and political debates stirring hopes and fears. Mentions Japan England Palestine and religious groups influencing public sentiment, with vague references to votes and tensions between men and women.
An advertising notice from W. S. Quinby Company touts La Touraine Extra as a premier coffee blend. It notes rare ingredients, a secret formula, twenty years of perfection, and Mr. E J Butler personally selecting beans. Sold direct to grocers in double sealed cartons to avoid middleman costs.
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