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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1926
Page
9
Stamford May 26 A group of policemen went to Dyke Lane early this morning in answer to a call that an automobile had hit a tree and turned over They found the car but none of the passengers There were four men in the car two were reported injured The car bore New York markers and the shipper is being probed to the arbor a theory that it was stolen.
L. D. Meyers Jr of Stamford was fined 100 dollars and costs by Judge Samuel Young in City Court for operating a truck under liquor influence. His vehicle struck a touring car on Forest Street on May 8 injuring the occupants. Meyers claimed sobriety but Dr Frank McMahon testified he was under the influence after the accident.
Washington May 26 scientists in chemistry pursue an alcohol free intoxicant beverage for medical use. Researchers study various substances on animals to find a drink more potent than 10 proof bourbon yet legally exempt from Volstead law. The project involves George Washington University experts and a small animal test group to gauge intoxicating effects without harm.
Miss Helen Kentry daughter of Mr and Mrs Martin Kentry was guest of honor at a Monday night miscellaneous shower at St Marys hall Sandy Hook hosted by Misses Anna Connors and Margaret Ryan of Newtown and Mary Churn of Stepney ahead of her June wedding to William Duda. About 150 friends attended with music by A H Bridgeport orchestra and gifts were plentiful.
In Bethel on Tuesday morning at 8 o’clock Miss Anna McManus of Torrington wed Ira Stanton of Canaan at St Marys church with Rev Patrick Connors officiating. The bride wore blonde chiffon with matching hat. sister Katherine McManus attended in grey. James Mehin of Torrington attended the groom. After the ceremony the party went to Bridgeport for a wedding breakfast at the Stratfield Hotel. the couple to honeymoon in Washington and plan to reside in Torrington upon return.
Alfred William Hyde, 78, paymaster of the South Manchester railroad known as the world’s smallest road, will retire with a Cheney Brothers pension on June 1 after nearly five and a half decades of service. He began in 139 on the Hartford Providence Fishkill line and joined Cheney when they leased the road in 1871. Hyde started as a spare brakeman and has served in every operating role including superintendent and recently brakeman.
New Hermis Press corporation formed to merge Morning Telegraph Daily Running Horse and related racing papers. First issue of the combined paper to publish Tuesday. No editorial changes announced.
Los Angeles reports shifted focus to the Mexican border as El Paso deputies and federal agents check a tip that evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson and another woman crossed into Mexico days ago after she disappeared while surfing at Ocean Park. A widespread search has found no trace of her body.
New Fairfield May 26 Special Camp Arden and Camp Crailo plan a grand opening on Decoration Day with expected large crowds. Cottages are being readied for holiday visitors, and NYC guests have visited weekends. Local residents attended services, with various residents noted for illness travel and visits.
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