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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1922
Page
3
Radio expert Godley explains why reception fluctuates nightly due to varying signal strength, seasonal factors, and receiver differences. He notes that some stations may boost power or expand networks to cover all areas, but true clarity remains elusive.
A Civil War veteran discusses advancements since his service as crowds gather for Memorial Day. He notes radios and telephone techs, recognizing modern broadcasts like KDKA and the wider reach of patriotic speeches across the nation.
Charles El Zink stands as defendant in Superior Court action filed yesterday for $10,000 damages by John Tasko representing seven year old Elizabeth Pasko who alleges injury from Zink’s automobile on May 10 at Boston avenue. Plaintiff claims excessive speed by the defendant.
A reader notes a small textual alteration in a line about the tanha orit between sine and earth, pointing to a variation in the slope of the earth within the triversite oroit segment.
New Brunswick May 29 Pili Haklxe whose body was found Saturday in the barred puns of his farm house near English town carried a 32000 insurance in favor of Stephen Gusavk, coowner. Gusak is under arrest in connection with Haulke's death. Police examined the body for a possible bullet wound and found soaked clothes and bedding. Insurance payments and checks on Hanske's account are being reviewed.
May 29. The Supreme Court ruled professional baseball under the National Agreement is not interstate commerce. National and American leagues cannot be prosecuted under the Sherman Act as restraints of trade. The Baltimore club of the former Federal League filed suit, later lapsed, with hopes for settlement. The decision, by Justice Holmes, says games under the National Agreement are purely state affairs.
Twenty Smith College Club members traveled to Monroe for an annual meeting at Mrs Walter Wilmot’s summer home hosted by Miss Salty Wilmot. The group reported a busy year with rummage sales and a moving picture fundraiser supporting the college endowment. Officers elected included Herbert Jepson as president, with E C Black as vice president and treasurer Lilian Whitcomb, and counselor Marjore Smith.
Miss Dorothy Petz conneriy returns from New York City while Miss re Nussenfeld of Barnum visits New Rochelle. Barnum avenue trio to New Rochelle for visits. A Ladies' Aid and lawn party will be hosted by the YMC A at 72 Tark Place with Mrs. Maury Whitman as chair. Commencement at the Connecticut Frockel Normal Singergarten Primary Training deal set for Strathold hotel Friday at 7 20 pm. Helen Marvin Northrap and Paul Twiple Clans son marry in a ceremony by William Horace Day on May 18. Calvary church Ladies Guild Summit street will omit upcoming Memorial pay. Hee prew society meets tonight in the MAdt sor avenue club house.
L S Pruit reports London hosts a mood exhibition in September at Olympia, the largest permanent venue in England. The event spans foodfruits raw and prepared, beverages, foodstuff machinery, refrigeration, and dining utensils with cooking and labor-saving demonstrations. Several foreign governments plan to attend and American firms reserve space to showcase brands and offer samples to visitors.
Joseph Gorman of Stamford collided while traveling west over Stratford avenue bridge. He chose the wrong side near the railroad viaduct and struck a delivery automobile, causing one wheel to fall off. Gorman was arrested on reckless driving charges.
A home dressmaker can enhance the look of a velvet afternoon or evening gown by pulling corded weights in the hem. This detail gives the dress a pretrain-like line straight from the shop, elevating its overall silhouette.
The Music Memory contest for public school children will be held in the high school auditorium tomorrow night at 7 30. From twenty elant ieces studied fourteen were chosen and will be performed as a concert by members of the Wednesday Afternoon Musical club. Each child will receive a score card to record the piece, composer, and nationality. For those with cards, a separate school card will award a banner for perfect cards.
The article notes Thomas B Felder as a prominent lawyer linked to the C W Morse affair. It alleges Attorney General Harry M Daugherty helped secure Morse’s release from Atlanta Federal penitentiary during Taft’s administration. Daugherty’s fee is listed at 25002 dollars, while Felder reportedly expected 100000 dollars upon Morse’s release but did not receive it from the "ice king."
A list of births and marriages with names and addresses appears, noting multiple May births at various streets and avenues. Names include Andrew Birtles, Harold Parker, Pasquale Larlanshky, Joseph DeFelice, Stephen Zilmey, Viator Daikiewyen, Edward Wisson, Cathcart, Weslax, Kavoie, Bozenjeng, and others.
William McLouske of 87 State Street was hospitalized at St Vincents with a fractured skull following a quarrel at Water and State streets. Edward Kelsay of 76 French Street was arrested and held on $1,000 bond on a charges of assault. McLouske’s condition was reported as serious.
Six of twelve districts attended the Republican Town Committee session at Liberty building HQs. Plans to harmonize discordant G O P elements were discussed but no major actions taken. Chairman J Alex H Robinson said the meeting was a low key town committee gathering with more talks expected before the next election.
Sonny Augustine of 171 Power Street and passenger Michael Limassey of 2252 State Street were injured when their motorcycle collided with a rear seat passenger Jacob Mercer at 1308 Tinwond Avenue. Augustine sustained several fractured ribs and facial fracture while Limassey received bruises and minor cuts.
Bridgedort Moose lodge members celebrate their twelfth anniversary with a rival featuring the Keystone Exposition and circus acts. A large crowd attended the opening show as the event runs through the week. Tom as Douglas chairs the committee. assisted by George Saltsgiver, Charles Dennis, Richard Tesch, Barney Kiernan, A Morton, Samuel Munich, Robert Campbell, Robert Kerwin, Fred Risley, John Phhizeraf Sr, and George Phalzgraf Jr.
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