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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1926

Page

2

Prohibition Debate Shapes Vare Pepper Senate Vote

In a tight Pennsylvania Senate contest the Prohibition issue did not decide the race. Eugene Pepper led outside Philadelphia while William Vare built strong support in Allegheny and Pittsburgh counties. Vare’s statewide plurality grows past 100 000 as Beidleman falls short and Pepper concedes.

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Senate to Probe Campaign Funds Turmoil and Questions

Senate debate reveals confusion over campaign fund records and roll calls. Allegations focus on missing names and improper adoption votes. Former senator Newberry and other figures figure into the probe as parties dispute practices during financing oversight.

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Vare Styles Victory Move For Dry Modification

Pennsylvania Senatorial hopeful Vare claims a sweeping victory for a wet platform. He thanks Pennsylvanians for support, pledges anti Volstead reform, and notes Republican backing despite Mellon and Reed opposition. White House call referenced as Moore calls.

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Women Clubs Back Day Law At Atlantic City May 64

Women’s clubs gather in Atlantic City in May 1964 for a convention, endorsing a federal department of education with a cabinet member while opposing postmaster general control over personnel. They adopt a unified marriage and divorce law despite state opposition, elect new officers led by Mag Groily Louise Plaomtey, and note strong attendance and involvement from several clubs, with meetings planned for October.

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Rev McLean Improves After Eye Operation

The lean pastor at St Augustine’s Church in this city underwent an eye operation yesterday at Hopkins Hospital in Buffalo Path. He had been treated for several hours due to a hemorrhage. The operation was performed by TD Beiman. The hospital says he is progressing well.

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Acheson Named Coadjutor Bishop for Connecticut Diocese

The Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut at its annual convention elected the Rev E C Acheson as bishop coadjutor after multiple ballots. Acheson, 67, a Toronto native and Holy Trinity Middletown rector, will assist and succeed Bishop Brewster, with the diocese considering future division and increased oversight. He has wartime service as a chaplain and is married with three children.

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Grand Jury to Hear 32 Persons in Pisch er Case

Coroner John J Phelan called a hearing next Monday on the Henry Pischer inquest. Attorneys Lavery and Finn petition to reopen, citing testimony held by Susie Nagy of Fairfield. A four member Grand Jury will convene Friday to receive all available evidence and decide further action.

Lisney Trank Majancsik John Stefanak John J Phelan Henry Pischer Hugh J Lavery Thomas Finn Arthur J Bennett Susie Nagy Second — Street Fairfield Phelan Nagy Fischer Witresa

New Milford Farmer Dies From Horse Incident

New Milford May 19 AP Adam Michilek 37 a farmer working for Thomas Young in Meriyall section was killed when kicked in the head by a horse while plowing. He leaves a widow and child.

New Milford Adam Michilek Thomas Young Meriyall

Vermont Governor Heads Party Here

The Vermont governor led a party on the last stop before a return trip to Burlington. In Toledo they were guests at a breakfast hosted by the Chamber of Commerce then toured a three car Vermont product exhibition. The display featured natural goods, mounted fish and game, deer and raccoon, and scenes of Montpelier and the mountains drawing crowds. The train then departed for New York, aiming for Pennsylvania Station by 6:00 pm.

Toledo Vermont Green Mountain State Bridgefoltens New York Pennsylvania

New State Arises Amid Fascist Rhetoric in Rome

Rome presses celebrate Mussolini era shift with flags and calls for unity as fascist reforms finalize a unique blend of political civil law. Alfredo Rocco leads the measure, while labor factions show muted approval and concern about suppression of unions in the new regime.

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English miners deadlock on hours and wages

London may 19 AP the Miners Federation reports deadlock over government proposals at the miners national delegate conference. Secretary A J Cook says miners would not accept any change to hours or wages. A full executive committee meeting convened to study the proposals and prepare recommendations for the delegate conference.

London A J Cook Miners Federation Toiry Oefere i Nseramenta

Magri Youth Reform School Transfer Report

A court report notes Josema Maced Nickk Dameol Charlea L Pavis were sent to reformatories while Edward Collins received probation after a robbery at Henry B Johnson on September 8. The jury found Collins and Pastis guilty of robbers with Siglence Mac and Wemeoll, with execution suspended in their sentences by Judge Yeomars in Criminal Superior Court.

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Mayor Behrens Congratulates Governor on Maple Sugar Exhibit

Mayor I W Behrens congratulates Governor Franklin S Billings on the Maple Sugar Special exhibit. The Governor expresses appreciation for Bridgeport's reception of the visitors and the exhibit’s excellence.

I. W. Behrens Franklin S Billings Bridgeport

W E D Stokes Dies In His 74th Year At Ansonia

W E D Stokes, hotel man and former Ansonia owner, died in his 74th year after running the Ansonia until 1911 and leasing it for years. He had faced a divorce suit begun in 1919, with Mrs Stokes alleging cruelty. The lengthy case resulted in a court ruling that she did not obtain a divorce, despite letters she wrote to her husband. The saga included a Cuban connection and a later remarriage for Stokes.

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Stokes Ills and Legal Tangles Span Years of Courtroom Battles

A long sequence of lawsuits and criminal cases followed Mr Stokes through decades, involving defamation, witness manipulation, divorce, fraud claims, and civil disputes. Notable items include a retrial petition, charges of buying witnesses, a $600000 trust settlement, fee lawsuits by lawyers, and a deadly shooting incident linked to chorus girls. The tangled web extended to stock schemes and a publishing dispute ending with various acquittals or unresolved outcomes.

Forgotten Letter Arouses Envoy in Tariff Probe

Former tariff commissioner William Culbertson told a Senate tariff committee he quit the tariff board because the job became intolerable not through coercion. He denied that the White House pressured him on the sugar case and said private papers were never meant for public use. He criticized Senator Norris for leveraging his private documents in speeches and urged clearer tariff laws.

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France Considers Radical Aid As Franc Falls

French leaders weigh swift action as the franc tumbles. The exchange market reacts with sharp moves after talk of using Morgentau funds and intervention. Socialists led by Leon Blum demand early parliament reconvening to address the crisis and restore confidence.

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