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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1926

Page

2

Pennsylvanians to Pick Leader in Bitter Gop Race

A three way Republican contest in Pennsylvania pits Vare Pepper and Pinchot for the party’s U.S. Senate nomination. Philadelphia appeals, machine influence, and fear of violence overshadow turnout as Mellon backs Pepper and Coolidge weighs in indirectly.

Pepper Mercary Mellon Pinehatts Vare Philadelphia Potts Molence Ee Vitt~ Buryeh Homme Mellon Quay Penrose Poppers Orhat Pepper Pmrchot Pal Ware Pinchot Phiadelp Finchot Nia Velucen Vare

Land near Norge route could reshape Arctic reach and trade

The text argues that future land discoveries between Alaska and the Pole would boost US land search, commercial, and scientific interests. It notes the Norge route and suggests westward landfalls could cut Arctic crossing distances, increasing strategic value for peacetime and defense near Canadian islands and allied archipelagos.

Vnet Wgr Alaska Pole United States Norge Norges Canadian Bank Prince Patrick Horde Meighen Arche Sea

Marine Aviators Die As Plane Crashes On Coast

Two enlisted Marine Aviators died when their plane plunged about 200 feet into a farm area near San Diego California. The crash occurred during a training exercise. Parachutes were reported forgotten or unavailable, and the two men were tied to the plane as it spiraled down.

San Diego Cal Marine Aviation Corps Here Twnley Roth AMR

Reed Suggests Hopi Dance as Climax for Congress

Senator Reed of Missouri derides the current Congress as a Myth Congress and mocks its conduct. He calls the Hopi snake dance on the Capitol plaza a fitting grand finale, criticizing tax cuts, World Court involvement, and foreign loan deals as betraying the American people.

Reed Congress Washington, D. C Capitol Plaza Demerrit Missouri World Court Council of the League of Nations Internationaal

Two Young Boys Steal Car and Wander Two Miles

Two boys aged about five and seven steal a car near Sualt's Textile garage, drive to Main Street and East Main Street, then cross Congress Street bridge before being found. They cannot explain how they started the car. Police locate parents hours later. children receive whipping at home as mother recalls wandering spree.

Sualt Atolen William Main Street Congress Street Congress Street Bridge East Main Street John Smefsovern Thomas Flynn Second Precinct Jacowig Wiliam

Huge gold deposit found in Sweden

May 17 AP reports new soil deposits in Vastenbotten near Arete circle, cited by Dr Axel Gavelin as among the world’s top four. 34 ore bodies show copper, silver, arsenic, sulphur and pyrites. arsenic richest, sulphur to aid Sweden’s pulp mills. No borings reached bottom. government mining concessions pending. railroad prep toward Skelletten.

Stockholm Vno Axel Gavelin Sweden Geological Survey Cleutelotprom Hans Lundberg Karl Surint Boli Vestenbotten Arete Circle Baltic Skelletten

County P T Council To Meet Tuesday

The first regular meeting of the County Council and Parent Teacher associations will be held Tuesday at the M C A in Westport. An interesting program is planned for the afternoon with Mrs B W Felett arranging and Mrs John Young presiding. The council includes federated associations and Mothers clubs in the county.

M. C Westport WB. K. Feleht John 4. Young Laurel Avenue Stratfield Hotel

Prison Bars Close on Chapman Pal Near Agawam and New Britain

A police story recounts Gerald Chapman and Walter Shean in Agawam Massachusetts and New Britain where a safe was blown and $126 plus tools taken. Shean testified Chapman’s plan and getaway, and court cases followed with Shean’s sentencing. Rewards totaling 3500 dollars were discussed.

Chapman Chapminy Shean New Britain Chapman v James Skelly Shean Hald Gerald Chapman Alcorn Grantiein Way Springfield Walter Shean Marvin William Gart New Breitala Skelly Hart Atlanta Atecorn

High Winds Halt Work on 8-5 Submarine Salvage

High winds and a northwest storm forced salvage crews to suspend work on the sunken 8-5 submarine off Block Island last September with 32 lives lost. Divers had begun lowering fifth and sixth pontoons but weather halted progress as ships sought shelter near Point Judith. The Penobscot arrived late due to rudder trouble and will deliver Captain El J. King, commandant of the submarine base, to oversee operations tomorrow.

New London Point Judith Vestal Falcon Penobscot Narragangett Bay EL. J. King Submitine

Germany May Seek Larger Armies After Vorovsky Case

Germany may request larger armed forces following the assassination of M. Vorovsky and the assassin Conradi’s acquittal. The move could dampen enthusiasm among Russia's neighbors for disarmament, notably Poland where Marshal Pilsudski is portrayed as maintaining strong fighting strength.

M. Vorovsky Conradi Russia Poland Pileudeki

Coolidge Linked With Fight for Senatorial Seat

In Ludlow Vermont on May 17, former Vermont Governor William M. Stickney announced his candidacy for the Republican senatorial nomination challenging Senator Porter Dale. John Barrett, who earlier announced for Dale, withdrew in Barrett’s favor. Barrett cited a desire to avoid draining Coolidge support in Vermont. Stickney, a lifelong Coolidge ally, has long been close to the President and was chosen to administer the late Col. John C. Coolidge’s estate.

Ludlow Coolidge William M. Stickney John G. Sargent Porter J. Dale Coultdge Atlantic City N. J John Barrett Argentina Siam Dale Stickney White Mong Calvin Coollege Exeter Academy Norwich University Vermont House of Representatives

Rabbi Interrogates Nun Convert Rosie Goldstein

Newark rabbi Rabinowitz interviewed Sister Mary Agnes at the Dominican monastery to assess if Rosie Goldstein, former synagogue sexton daughter, was being compelled to stay in the convent. He concluded she is not sane and urged a mental exam and possible habeas corpus to produce her for court scrutiny.

Newark N. J Hiyman A. Rabinowitz Mary Agnes Rosie Goldstein Supetor Benjamin Goldstein Rabbi Rabinowitz Zane Rosie ‘Goldstein Rabinowits Goldstein Ihome Somerset Street Rosie

Japan Buys Sister Ship of Amundsen Dirigible

Rome May 1 The Japanese government purchased a sister ship to the dirigible Narga to be used in Japan by Colonel Timberto Nobile who piloted the Amundsen-Ells north expedition over the North Pole to Alaska The Japanese ambassador praised Italy as a leader in semi rigid airship development.

Rome Japan Timberto Nobile North Pole Alaska Hera Telay Italy Ue Fdo

Yale Appropriates 117500 for Coming Year to Aid Students

Yale University allocates 117500 for scholarships for the coming year to aid self supporting students. The increase over this year’s expenditures is 12500. Scholarships for New Haven and Connecticut graduates total 17400, up 2500. Free tuition goes to eight New Haven and fifteen Connecticut men based on scholarship, character, promise, and need. Sheffield Scientific School funds rise to 22600, Yale College self supporting students get 30000, and graduate professional schools rise to 15000.

New Haven Yale University Connecticut Sheffield Scientific School Yale College

Bomb explodes before US Embassy in Buenos Aires

A bomb exploded in front of the United States embassy in Buenos Aires on May 17 but caused no injuries and only minor damage. Ambassador Peter Augustus Jay was away but returned minutes later. The blast shattered windows and prompted an immediate police inquiry amid speculation it related to the Sacco and Vanzetti case.

Buenos Aires United States Peter Augustus Jay Nicola Sacco Bartollomeo Vanzetti Massac

Vanderbilts Deny Kidnapping Plot In New York

New York May 17 Society whispers told of a plot to kidnap Gloria Vanderbilt two year old daughter of Mrs Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt heiress to 2 504 000 of Reginald C Vanderbilt estate. Mrs Vanderbilt denied the reports saying they planned to sail for Europe Saturday with Mrs Harry H Morgan mother of Mrs Vanderbilt.

New , York Gloria Vanderbilt Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt Reginald C. Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Gloria Fintype Harry H. Morgan

Conference in Stamford Frayed by Friday and Saturday

The Older Girls conference in Stamford Connecticut next Friday and Saturday features George Swan from Japan as Friday night speaker. Saturday afternoon will hear Mrs Rose Larsen of Flushing New York, a well travelled figure in international circles alongside her husband Mr Larsen.

Stamford Connecticut George Swan Japan Swan Rose Larsen Flushing New York Larsen Mr. Larses

House Passes Bill to Aid Veterans in Election Year

The House passed a veterans aid bill amid Democratic leader Representative Garrett accusing the veterans committee of suspending debate. Major sections on large scale hospitalization of tubercular patients and a medical corps were removed, with hospitalization to be handled in a new disability schedule by the Veterans bureau.

Garrett House Veterans Committee House Veterans Bureau

New Assistant Named at Trinity Reports August 1

Rev Edward Nason McKinley rector of St Marys Northfield Vermont was appointed assistant pastor at Trinity Church Washington Avenue and Courtland Street The bishop approved the action McKinley will assume duties August 4 assisting Rector Hall with parish work especially youth activities He studied at Girmtown Academy St Johns College Annapolis General Theological Seminary and was ordained by Bishop Mikell later serving in Georgia and Northfield among Norwich University students

Edward Nason McKinley St. Mary’s Church Northfield Vermont Trinity Church Washington Avenue Courtland Street Charles Siercer Halh Chauncey LB Brewster Father McKinley Father Hall Germantown Academy Philadelphia St. John's College Annapolis General Theological Seminary New York Bishon Mikell Georgia Father McKinney Church of the Mediator Washington St. Mary’s i A Norwich University

Coroner’s Notes Question Woman’s Statement After Shooting

Within 24 hours after the Fairfield raid killing of Harry Fischer a witness Mrs. Busi Nagy of 22 Segond Street gave a statement to state troopers about the event. The stenographer’s report omits it and officials say it could be crucial to the coroner’s inquiry. The witness describes the officer accompanying Constable Bennett firing the fatal shot and recounts a strange scene near the school while commenting on the shooter’s appearance. Coroner Phelan may reopen hearings to review this testimony and any other material evidence.

Harry Fischer Maplewood Avenue Fairfield Busie Nagy Segond Street Walter Lynehan Bernhard Scully Westport Barracks Lynenan Fle Bennett Shoorl Nagy

Mount turned over narrowly to avoid bee blinder eye incident

Dr. Ray D. Duckworth of White Plains escaped injury when a mountain vehicle nearly toppled after a bee flew into his eye, briefly blinding the pair.

Ray D. Duckworth White Plains Ha! Ear

Norge Flight Delayed Dismantling Speech and Landings

Amundsen and the Norge faced wind fog and snow after crossing Point Barrow on the Spitzbergen Alaska flight. Col Nobile said 400 to 7200 meter altitudes were reached while aiming for a Pole to Alaska crossing but fog forced a Teller landing with 16 hours fuel. Nome residents had lavishly decorated for a reception that later cooled as the landing proved forced.

Colm Nobile Norge North Dole Alaska Point Barrow Arctic Circle Spitzbergen Nobile Point Marrow Teller Ae Norge Nome North Pole Colonel Nobie Pole Amundsen Ralph Lomen

Episcopalians Elect Bishop at Connecticut Convention

May 17 Hartford special reports the annual Connecticut diocese convention at Christ Church Cathedral Chelstchurch meeting May 18 at 3 am daylight time. Bishop Chauncey B. Brewster will preside and deliver his annual address. A reception and diocesan dinner follow at Hotel Bond. Main business is electing a bishop adjutant to succeed if the bishop dies. The convention continues May 19 at 9:8 am.

Hartford Diocese of Connecticut Chelstchurch Chauncey B. Brewster Bond Church Club

Coolidge Criticized Over Election Stand in Senate Row

Senate debate sees Senator Morrison of Mississippi attack President Coolidge for not backing loyal supporters. He cites Coolidge’s avoidant stance in primaries and selective endorsements including Pepper of Pennsylvania, while noting opposition figures in Vermont and California.

Washington Coolidge Morrison Mississippi Senate Waiter House Calvin Coolidge McKinley Senator Watson Indiana Harrison Stanfield Oregon Stortridge California Cumming Laws Pepper Pennsylvania Mellon White House Pennysylvania Dale Vermont Sargent

Russian Troops on Polish Frontier Reported On Border

Prague May 17 AP The Press Bureau reports Polish commander at Pod Woloczyyski warned of many Russian detachments with fuller equipment on the Russo Polish frontier and requested immediate reinforcements. Haller mobilizes near Thorn for a march on Warsaw and is said to oppose Marshal Pilsudski. A Havas despatch cites Pilsudski seeking to oust Witos rather than become dictator. Warsaw calm restored under Pilsudski with Rataj as provisional president and Bartel as premier. The government proclaims will surrender powers to a president once elected. About 500 killed and 966 wounded in fighting after Pilsudski’s forces entered Warsaw.

Prague Czechoslovakia Pod-Wolocziyski Lemberg Poland Halier Haller Thorn Warsaw Marshall Pileudski Paris United States Marshal Pilsudski Havas Pilsidski Wites Rata Witos Vilna Roswadows Suszynski Cavalry Magorski M. Rataj Bartel M. Trompczynski Posen Trompczynski Fromer Wojciechowski Wojciechowaski Brother Czarow M. Wojciechowski Spaln Marshal Dpilsudski M. Ratajty Charles Bartter Lam Pilsudski Witas War Office

Exclusive franchise opportunity for capable buyers

Nationally advertised opportunity to handle an exclusive franchise for a leading equipment manufacturer serving meat markets grocers hotels and restaurants. Low capital required with financing available plus full executive support promotional literature leads and backing by AA 1 rated agents. Contact Bradstreet Dun and nearby references F O Box 345 Baltimore Md for details and interview.

Alice Bradstreets Dunglye F. O. Box Baltimore

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