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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1925
Page
2
Reports from New York and Washington discuss Amundsen and Nansen era polar attempts. Observers note risky air and ice conditions, device resilience, and the potential to mark a major conquest if successful.
Telegram staff report says the House approved an $18 560 appropriation for repairs to Bridgeport Armory with favorable committee backing. Additional appropriations of Hartford 32509 Norwalk 8000 Manchester 7500 Norwich 5950 Willimantic 5609 Waterbury 4006 and Danielson 6000 were approved. The House also passed a bill for 25000 to install a sewer and lavatory at the State Military camp at Niantic upon Appropriation committee recommendation.
Brief notes show Nathanial Wheeler and Broad street locations in Scandia lodge events at 108 Broad Street. Attendance by OU TW 827 Wood arena Maintenon employees 847 Stats and Winmeg encampment 16 G F 1087 Broad Street.
The Macri case continues with Miss Macri bowing her head in court as defense and state attorneys argue over witness testimony and conspiracy claims. Jurors heard arguments about alleged relations and offers of care while Olympias faced alleged threats, with dramatic courtroom exchanges and appeals for a fair verdict.
A torn fragment mentions defending against monsters in the street and urging someone to go to an American home. It notes a revolver being taken away and a claim of saving a soul. The speaker instructs to go home and bring a baby to safety, with unclear names and places.
State's Attorney Alcorn announced plans to pursue action after three New Britain policemen admitted misstatements during the Chapman murder trial. The inquiry centers on discrepancies between police testimony before the Polls Board and trial record evidence. He did not disclose whether a grand jury would be convened or if prosecutions for perjury would follow.
A chaotic court scene centers on claims of attempted blackmail and unlawful confinement. Judge Jennings interrupts as Attorney Ferrio asserts lawful seizure, while Palio is released from custody after a habeas corpus writ reveals unclear defences and a defiant plaintiff declines a bond offer. The judge notes insufficient info to name any party, speaking from his Bristol home.
Members of the Mary Stilliman chapter of the DA Ro Ra Ve 4% charming party honored Vira Frederick Stevens at a birthday event hosted by Mrs George T Huatheny 876 6 om ten avenue. Special guests included chapter officers and Mrs Vaughn Wheeler. A butterfly dance a reading by Me YOM Tukey and flowers accompanied the celebrations.
A petition by twenty-one voters prompts a special town meeting to decide on removing twelve trees along the Post road. Local officials warn a session Wednesday night while residents weigh whether sacrificing trees would appease Commissioner Macdonald and influence county appeals.
Article notes the debate over pre and post armistice loans handled as identical debts. It cites the Versailles treaty, Wilson era bonds, and U S policy under Coolidge and the Debt Commission seeking distinctions in settlements. It mentions five percent interest notes and German reparations bonds used for Belgian pre armistice debt.
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