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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1924

Page

2

Medico Session Urges Crusade Against Cancer

Hartford May 28 Connecticut Medical Society closes its 32nd annual meeting with calls for a thorough public education campaign on cancer. Speakers include Dr. William Carmall Dr. W Clement Kennedy and Dr. George Albert Soper urge wider knowledge of early symptoms and prompt medical care. President-elect Dr Harry B Ferris announces next meeting in Bridgeport May 20 21 1975.

Hartford Connecticut Emediccal Society House of William We. Carmall New Haven W. Clement Kennedy Torrington George Albert Eber Amerian Society For the Control of Cancer New York American Society For the Control of the Cancer Connecticut Cnion Dr. Patterson Harry B. Ferris Connecticuc State Medical Society Meorning Pratt BM. Allyn Mystic Phineas H. Ingalls Bridgeport New London County Medical Society Frank Sherman Meara House of Delegates State Health Department Ford St. Francis Hartford Hospital E. Sexton

Receivers accuse Redmond officers in Boston filing

Receivers for F. R edmond and Company Inc a bankrupt brokerage firm filed a petition in United States District Court alleging officers Judge James Lamont president George F Redmond treasurer and Arthur A Diga third officer attempted to conceal 9500 000 in assets. Hearing set for next Monday.

Boston F. Redmond and Company, Inc United States District Court James 8. Lamont George F Redmond Arthur A. Diga Nesleet Morton @veral

Waits 30 Years For Sweetheart to Wed After 30 Years

NEW CANAAN May 29 Special to The Telegram After waiting 0 years to wed the sweetheart of his youth W Frederick Hollister a Norfolk carpenter and former chief of the Norfolk Fire department will marry Mrs Minnie Black Waldron in the Congregational church tomorrow afternoon. Some 30 years ago when Mrs Waldron then Miss Black was a Norfield girl the two had a dispute and Miss Black married Mr Waldron who died recently.

New Canaan W Frederick Hollister Norfolk Norfolk Fire Department Minnie Black Waldron Congregational Church

Pallotti Attacks Immigration Act At Italo American Club

Secretary of State Fred A. Pallotti denounced the new immigration act as the most vicious un-American and discriminatory measure, urging club members to oppose petitions from labor groups. City officials and club leaders spoke as the Italo-American Republican club, with about 160 members, held its first meeting at 1668 Stratford Avenue.

Fred A. Pallotti Coolidge Congress Republican Club Strat Iford Avenue McLean Brandegee F. William Behrens Alfred W. Burdick Antonio Russo Pas

Easton Carpenter Dies After Floor Fall

George S. Gillette, a carpenter, died in Bridgeport hospital from injuries suffered earlier when he fell while working on a cow shed at Louis Redder’s. Although skull fracture was ruled out, the shock from the fall is believed to have caused his death. He is survived by his wife, a son Willard, a brother Edward, and a sister Mrs. Judson Conkin. Funeral arrangements pending.

Gillette Willard Edward Easten Judson Conkin Trenton X. J

Indictments in Rum Removal and Forgery Case in Chicago

Twenty six persons were indicted by the Federal Grand Jury over the removal from a Chicago warehouse of 600 cases of liquor valued at more than 1,090,000 with forged government permits. Included are Walter and Sheridan Clanin, stock and bond dealers and brothers of John Clanin, former United States Attorney Michael Grady, and others from Grady's squad including Charles King, John Ibbons, William Smith and Thomas Martin.

Chicago Federal Grand Jury Sibley Tharye Walter and Sherdan Clanin John ¥. Clanin Tit Saent Michael Grady Gureau Charles King John Ibbons William Smith Thomaa Martin Grady

Conference Ends Amid Divorced Ban Debate at ME Church

Springfield Mass March delegates from the twentyninth quadrennial Methodist Episcopal conference adjourned after urging Congress to adopt a uniform divorce law and to restrict child labor. The body backed World Court entry and a League of Nations, endorsed prohibition enforcement, and created a commission to convene a world peace conference with President Coolidge urged to call a second armament‑reduction meeting.

Springfield Mass Mar Methodist Episcopal Church Congress United States World Court League" of Nations Washington Senate Judiciary Committee Coolidge Conference of the Nations

Progressive Meet Called Over Lafollette Shots

St Paul May 29 National committee on arrangements says Lafollette remarks may affect plans for June 17 Farmer Labor Progressive convention. State committee to meet Sunday to decide if changes are needed. William Mahoney of St Paul named probable temporary chairman as promoter pressure grows.

ST. Paul Farmer-Labor Progressive Farmer- Labor Federation William Mahoney R. M. LaFollette Pheluud LaFollette National Committee

Montreal reports delay in Parillo case

Montreal officials said Adam Parillo, who waived his extradition rights from Connecticut, will not reach Canada for about Uzreen days. Delays in transmittal to Washington and Ottawa are common, with the process often taking about fifteen days. Parillo, following his Canadian lawyer’s instructions, waived his rights and will stand trial in Montreal for murder linked to the Bank of Hachelagnea robbery and an alleged accomplice.

Montreal Quebec Adam Parillo Canada Connecticut Washington O'tawa Parnilo Parilllo Henry Cle- Tom Parillo Bank of Hachelagnea Cleroux Parillo

Five Indicted in Trading Against Clients Accounts

Five individuals connected to the brokerage firm Jones and Baker were indicted by a New York grand jury for trading against customers' accounts. Seventeen indictments allege illicit actions totaling about four million dollars. Named defendants include William D. P. Jones of Deal New Jersey and Jackson B. Sella, with other officers Wagar I. Wherstette and Frank P. Shannon tied to the bankrupt New Finance corporation.

New York Jones and Baker Tire William DP. Jones Deal N. A Jackson B. Sella Elf Wagar I. Wherstette Douglaston New Finance Corporation Frank PF. Shannon Silvis, Til

British Labor Rule Wins In Commons Test Vote

In London on May 29 the House of Commons rejected a motion to cut Labor Minister Tom Shaw's salary by a large margin. Prime Minister MacDonald warned that a defeat could trigger a general election. Former Premier Asquith said Liberals would not oppose the government.

Shaw MacDonald Londo Associated Press House of Commons Segalary Tom Shaw MacDonall Asquith

Berkshire Pond Dispute Returns to Court Over Riparian Rights

The Schwartz Drothers Company seeks a permanent injunction and $10,000 damages against John Koehler, alleging violation of Superior Court and Supreme Court rulings over the Berkshire riverfront property at Evergreen and River streets. Koehler is accused of building a wharf and fence, blocking the company from improving its land and threatening officers, with the dispute involving riparian rights and the company pursuing dismantling of the structures.

John Koehler Supreme Court of Errors Schwartz Drothers Company Koehler Berkshire River Evergreen and River Streets Schwarz Snperior Court John 4A. Harri Springfield Mags Schwarz Company Supreme Court Selwyarz

Means cites supposed whiskey underworld links and political loans

Witness Gaston Means accused Secretary Mellon and others of involvement in liquor permit schemes and frozen credits. He alleged Rex Sheldon and others gained permits in exchange for cash to fund the Republican National Committee. Mellon dismissed Means as absurd, noting no official statement and no formal invitation to testify.

Pennsylvania Mellon Ioames LE. Sawyer Meana Rem Sawyer Pawnee Moses New Hampshire Departent of Justice Jesssmith Meilon Gaston Rt. Means Senate Mellna Wheeler Committee Stellen

Meetings Tonight Across City Clubs And Societies

Local notices list various meetings this evening including the buoy Vihietic ensembles, Igem club at Spruce street, Bridgeport council, Daughters of Aruetiesa on Cannon street, Judge K of PB at Main street Arcanum, and machinists at 847 Main street. Also listed is Triple Link club and the Immune society at 160 Lee avenues. A passerby remark expresses relief the event is over.

Buoy Vihietic -Masociwien I Gem Club Ad Spruce S Prute Oat Bridgeport Council Daughters of Aruetiesa Cannon Street Joseph Dowdall Main Street Arcanum Lust Broad Street Triple Link Club Scandinavian Sick Benefit Society Lee Uvenus

McCarl Power Over U S Funds Questioned

Washington Ma Li reports on constitutional challenges to the comptroller general's broad authority over government disbursements. The issue has sparked disputes with Cabinet officers and drew input from the Department of Justice and House fiduciary committee.

Washington Lew Siving MceCarl Department of Justice Flouse Funciary Committee

Plans Completed for Broadcasting GOP Session

Cleveland May 29 Final arrangements to broadcast by radio the proceedings of the Republican national convention beginning June 10 were completed at four meeting today of the Presa committee and representatives of the American Telephone and Telegraph company. Several powerful stations are rebroadcast and four others have tentative agreement. G McNamee of New York will be official announcer and James D Preston observer to advise on convention developments. A glass cage installed on the platform and an announcer on duty during the convention. Stations certain to broadcast include WHEAT WGR WCAP KDA WGN WJAX OWTAM RSD WDAF. Probable stations include WGYR WIAG WLI CWSAI WIAT and two others 2ABO.

Cleveland Presa Committee America Telephone and Telegraph Company G. McNamee New York James D. Preston Senate Press Gallery Washington A. Glausa WHEAT Buffalo WGR WCAP Pittsburgh KDA Chicago WGN WJAX OWTAM St. Loui RSD Kansas City WDAF Schenectady

Parade and holiday events mark Bridgeport celebration

The parade and memorial exercises honor the dead then move to City hall for disbanding. Veterans from three wars, National Guard, and a destroyer crew participate. Banks and most businesses close. postal service hours cut with limited delivery. A schedule of sports, golf, and seaside park activities follows, including yacht club events and municipal pavilion openings. A separate note reports a civil suit in Notowalk for $2000 over unpaid work on a residence.

National Guard Destroyer Elian Howe, Jr Newfield Park Bridgeport New Haven Brooklawn Beardsle Miliver Court United Patriotic Societies, Inc Etg Wamonds Bridgeport Fund School Stanford Scowl Stamford Cambridge Indianapolis Dridgeport Seaside Park Max A. Baum Pequot Yacht Club Southart Connection Orwin AP Jennings Th Fl. Briggs Erwinst Jennings

Worker Gassed In Water Tunnel

Gordon McLean a 31 year old city of Waterbury employee on the Shepaug Water tunnel project was gassed while on duty at Fouttam and was taken to Charlotte Hungerford hospital this afternoon for treatment.

Torrington Gordon McLean

Arlington services at heroes graves broadcast nationally

Washington May 33 The American people will join national memorial day exercises at Arlington for the first time. President Coolidge will speak scenes broadcast by WEAF WIAR and WCAP. About three to four million people may hear the 7 oclock eastern standard time address in the memorial amphitheatre. Government departments close tonight Senate adjourns Saturday House stays in session. King Albert via cablegram says Belgian hands will cover graves with flowers on Decoration Day.

Washington Arlington Coolidge WEAF New York WIAR Providence AB. 7 WCAP Memorial Amphitheatre O'Cock Tomight Senate House McNary- Hagen Farm Export Corporation King Albert

Bomb Plot Protest Reaches Tokyo Embassy on Immigration Row

A note protesting Japan’s exclusion provisions under the new immigration law reached the Japanese embassy for transmission to Secretary Hughes. Ambassadors and officials in Tokyo and Washington prepared for possible public release, with Japan calling the measures discriminatory and treaty-violating while U S officials stressed domestic sovereignty and friendly ties. Ambassador Woods praised both nations’ conduct at a farewell dinner for him, and senators discussed political futures as tensions lingered.

Hughes State Department Jattar Anerwcat Tokio Japan Washington Coolidge Viscount Kaneho Ambassador Woods America

Drew Refuses to Accept City Council Tax Adjustment

Tax Collector Edward A. Drew and City Clerk Alfred W. Burdick stated they would not recognize actions of the Common Council on tax adjustments for Wolf and Abraham clothing makers until more information is provided. The council had approved $2,390.34 be paid of $2,514.17 due, abating interest. Drew questioned legality under statute. Abatement had followed the council’s 1922 decision to exempt charity property, stating funds would come from the Bridgeport Associated Charities for Industrial Training.

Edward A. Drew Alfred W. Burdick Theommon Council Wolf and Abraham A. T. Delaney Drew Burdick Council Sophronia M. Omans Bridgeport Associated Charities For Industrial Te Er Wolf Abraham Trew

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State Society Redmen Baker Extract Company Springfel Seoek Berks Palloti Secetary of Easton Carpenter People’s Savings Bank Berkshire Pond Schwarz Brothers Jess Smith Rex Sheldon Fred W. Upham Republican National Committee Sheldon Meany Gator Lodge Republican Massachusetts Craven Brothers Lodger Atlantic City N. J Gemma M’carl Power U.S G.O.P Adams Scouts Notowalk Alice 5 Lyons Derien Allyn J. Yyood Strs Lyuna Heroes’ Graves Page Inc Woods Torio Maportini PHL Dayanesa Socety Cyrus Woods Viscount Ntaryo Kaneko Sovody Senator Sorghum Washington Star Abrahams Omans Coats Silk Ipswich Roockwood Aaron’s Dress Shop Majestic Theatre Stratfield Cafeteria Stratfield Service Stratfield Hotel Boy Gants Karm Coal Club Eupaly Lowes
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