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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1927

Page

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Flight injunction halts Bellanca non stop test

Supreme court in Greahkiya, on application by Bellanca flight pilots, issued a temporary injunction halting the non stop New York to Paris flight by the Bellanca crew. Chamberlin criticized the route while Bertand refused to fly with Lindbergh. Teasing by an airman drew sharp responses and a push to replace pilots with a new navigator.

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Fire Threatens De Pinedo’s Plane

Fire threatens De Pinedo’s plane near Quebec after a fuel line or wheel heat sparked flames during takeoff. The pilot attempted to light a small fire flare but the engine or tank ignition risk rose as flames spread toward the fuel system. Firefighters responded to contain the blaze and prevent a larger explosion or damage.

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Nungesser Wing Wrecked Dory Ship Reportedly Seen

The wreckage linked to the Nungesser plane wing was reported near the fishing grounds. Seagoing craft and the Cutter Cowt Good were involved in the search and guidance as officials investigated the scene for clues.

Nungesser Dory

Boy fatally hurt in mill shafting incident

A boy was fatally injured when caught in a mill shafting accident at a local factory. He died shortly after at St Nontiy hospital. Workers and medical staff responded, with reports noting the boy’s body and crushed clothing at the scene and subsequent transport to the hospital.

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Connecticut Wins 5 A R High Honor

A late afternoon ceremony honored Connecticut figures with top state civic and historical society recognition. Nominees included prominent community leaders and educators from the national and regional spheres, with President James P. Welch among the attendees.

Enemy Scuttles Three Blue Vessels in Naval Action

Newport R I March 39 The joint arms navy maneuvers announce that three blue vessels carrying about 29 400 men were sunk off New England amid a naval engagement. The Concord flagship and two destroyers were among the losses as United States batteries fired and planes engaged. Unconfirmed reports say enemy ships were damaged and a defense force beat back some subs. The story continues on page two.

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Huerta Taken In Arms Conspiracy Case

Five men including former Mexican president Huerta are charged in Arizona with conspiring to import munitions into Mexico and plot against the Mexican government. Two suspects are jailed as authorities pursue arrests, with prosecutors detailing alleged involvement of Garou, Gepimus, and Wasdenis Ts.

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Maurice Mouvet Dies Noted Ballroom Dancer

Maurice Mouvet renowned ballroom dancer dies. The obituary notes his influence in early 20th century dance circles and honors his performances with prominent partners and venues. The notice references his travels and impact on social dance scenes.

Maurice Mouvet

State Cop Hit by Hit and Run Driver

A state police officer was struck by a hit and run driver in a Southport area incident. The officer, assigned to the highway patrol, sustained injuries and was transported for treatment. Investigators pursued leads as authorities sought the vehicle and driver involved.

Blowing Whistles Causes City Confusion

The citywide whistle blast after 7 oclock followed a signal in the campaign for funds for a new building. It caused a flood of calls to Bridgeport Telegram as operators were pulled from duty to handle the surge. Many residents believed the blast signaled that French flyers had been found.

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New Building For Vm Ca Drive Succeeds In Bridgeport

Bridgeport reports a new 608000 VMCA building will be a Tealus At aA Vitory owner. A campaign for funds began May 10 with 200 members of the workhep organization and committees predicting gifts and subscriptions of 610,672. George L Goodwin, campaign director, called the effort extraordinary as of yesterday morning the balance to raise was 374,610. Charles E Calhoun, Y secretary, thanked workers and organizers for contributing to the drive. The new building with ample facilities is expected to aid the organization’s work.

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Doctors Seek Congress Action to Modify Dry Law

Washington May 18 Acting on a principle that no law can prove a scientific fact the American Medical Association launched a campaign to repeal provisions of the prohibition enforcement act. The House of Delegates adopted a resolution calling for a unit with government officials to draft repeal language for Congress. The measure asserts physicians determine necessary liquor for therapeutics and criticizes legislative fiat as misguided. The debate continued in executive session with a plan to frame a cooperative measure with prohibition officials.

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Bedford Gift Boosts Norwalk Hospital Fund Drive

Westport magnate Edward T Bedford pledged a large gift to Norwalk Hospital announced at a service clubs meeting at Royal James Inn attended by about 400. The donation, described as half a million dollars, was made public by hospital society leaders despite Bedford not detailing his full bequest or related plans. (Continued on Page Two)

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Election headlines and mixed reports across pages

The page compiles a jumble of political results, local notices, and incident briefings. It references elections, resignations, and district updates, with scattered mentions of crime, accidents, and public affairs across several towns and cities.

Navy head's wife visits Wallingford in wartime tour

The wife of a naval leader makes a return visit to Wallingford during the wartime period. The scene centers on ceremonial duties and local receptions as officials prepare for ongoing defense efforts.

Navy Head Wallingford

Crazed Farmer Blasts School in Fatal Bombing

A farmer detonates 500 pounds of explosives demolishing a school, leaving 41 dead and 40 injured. The incident sparks regional shock as authorities investigate motive and safeguard civilians. Illinois House votes to repeal dry enforcement law. May 17 reports detail debate, political positions, and calls for a referendum.

Illinois

Empire Builder's Son Divorces 131 Wife Weds Danger

In a rapid sequence at the court, empire builder James PIN faces a divorce from his first wife Mildred Tuelara while planning another marriage. The proceedings, described with scant clarity, indicate a court grant and a move toward completion of a contested arrangement.

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Jury Finds Tong Killers Guilty in First Degree

In Manchester on a murder case, Yeeary Thm Lung and Soo Hoo Wing were found guilty of first degree murder for the killing of Ong Ging Hem. They were sentenced by Judge Newell Tennings to die in the electric chair at the state prison in Wehersfield before sunrise November 7. The jury deliberated two hours and forty one minutes, voting by two ballots as they weighed the evidence and the defendants’ fingerprints on the weapon.

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Cline Too Weak for Court Hearing

Wilimaste May 18 attorney Tilmess of Jeonard hue playing the novelist prevented his arrest and will go to court on murder charges tied to the shooting of Walfrd Irwin in New York. Officials say the prisoner is too weak to appear, recovering from a blood transfusion and elabo­rate preparations before a judge tomorrow. Irwin’s brother and the university figure are cited in a tangled sequence of events surrounding the fatal incident.

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Body found at sanitarium identified as inmate

A body discovered at a sanitarium has been positively identified. The remains are believed to be that of Miss Bernice Matshua, a resident inmate, with authorities tracing the death's circumstances to the grounds near walking road. The case involves investigations by local officials into the sanitarium grounds and inmate records.

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Goldberg Freed Of Murder Charge In New York Trial

Walter Goldberg was acquitted of murder after a high profile trial in New York. Supporters and friends carried him from the courtroom and cried as the verdict of not guilty was announced.

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Bath school bombing kills 41 as dynamite blast wounds many

May 18 Bath Michigan. Andrew Kehoe, school treasurer, detonated dynamite hidden in the Consolidated School, killing 41 people including 33 students and injuring dozens. Fire and collapse followed as responders removed bodies and searched ruins through the night. The farmer’s plan and motive remain under investigation as police piece together the sabotage.

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Three Arrests After City Brewery Raid

Three men surrendered in a Brooklyn brewery raid as police charged illegal liquor possession and failure to comply after a dry morning. John McKenne Sr Julius Tuda and Frankie Buras appeared with counsel Edward J Morne before Justice Jo Finn and were held on $91 bonds pending further hearing. additional details and related names appeared in the report.

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