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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1926

Page

14

Day Addresses Graduating Class of New Teachers

A Connecticut teacher training campus graduation unfolds with Rev Dr William Horace Day delivering a keynote on teamwork and purpose. He urges graduates to foster teamwork that unites individuals as citizens, workers, and church members while reflecting on preservation and unity amid historic war memories.

Wee United Church William — Horace Day Src Mt Tobin Jesus Gotiisbare Ameren Fosands Liberty

Richards Beats Lacoste in Paris tennis clash

Vincent Richards defeated Rene Tit'nate 7-5 4-6 8-8 in a marathon mixed team final, as the United States routed France eight to three. Helen Wills won her singles, and Elizabeth van Browne paired with Mars Browne in doubles to contribute to the American victory.

Paris Vincent Richards Toda Rene Tit Nate New York Tenns Star Freretman United States France Mia Flelen Wills Madame Rene Matthieu Har Ongey Boulberet Fie Missy Elizabeth Stvan Punedoowil Mars K. Browne Wera Mile Cousin Mile

People’s Church to Act on Resignation

The People's Church plans action on the resignation of Pastor Rev. Herisy A Davenport who may retire after fifty years of service. The church would appoint Devons Port as pastor emeritus while Davenport remains undecided about a return. Davenport asked to be released by next September, with Rev. Reckase advising 67-year-old timing as not to interfere with published plans.

Herisy Honges Devons Port Pethremen Mr Davenport

Local Veterans to Exhibit World War II Mortar Trophy

Raymond W. Har Vin post No. 145 VFW lands a 250 millimeter mortar captured from German forces in World War I. Major Arthur Bennett will mount the relic in a city park after a park commission agreement, with eventual presentation to Bridgeport on November 12 following Armistice Day events.

Raymond W. Har Vin Post No. 145 Arthur Bermett James EB Murphy Frank Murphy Veterans of Foreign War Sudsden Arthur C Bennett Mijor Beynett Bennett

Borah Opposes Referendum On Liquor By States

Baltimore May 30 Senator Borah Republican Iowa voiced strong opposition to state referendums on prohibition at the Presbyterian General Assembly. He urged upholding the Constitution and the constitutional amendment process, warning that nullification or repeal would violate the Eighteenth Amendment. He argued only amendment or full constitutional breach could end prohibition, condemning referendums as disloyal to law and order.

Borah Baltimore Ivahoa Presbyterian Genral Assembly Brooh Dartrine Wis

Obituary notices from Stratford and area churches

A list of obituaries from Stratford area residents. Patrick Gloster assistant pastor at St Charles Church dies at home in Winstead. Mary Doyle widow of James T Wilson dies at home with family survivors. Charles W Burrall dies at Stratford residence with wife and children. Harold H Mather dies at 25 after long illness in New Bedford. Mrs Joseph Blasko dies at 278 Bruce Avenue with two sons and two daughters. Anne Murphy wife of Cesary procedures dies in Richmond Hill. Mrs Anna J Clark widow of Leroy dies at Park Avenue residence with survivors.

Patrick Hvme Thomas P. Gloster St. Charles Church Hinsdale Avenue Winsted Father Gloster Elizabeth Katherine Gloster Mary Barrett St. Joseph's Church St. Joseph's Cemetery Mary Doyle James T. Wilson Hazelwood Avenue Ann Wilson William Margaret Alice Martha Doyle Henry O'Meua Martin J. Doyle Denver Cole John Dossle Ely Margaret Clark Catholic Daughters of America St. Augustine’s Church Burral St. Michael's Cemetery Charles W. Burrall Charles WW. Burrall Main Street Stratford Joan M Mary Lucy Me Burrell Harold H. Mather Arthur H Carrie Mather Maplewood New Bedford Massachusetts Joseph Blasko Amma Jozeph Blasko Bruce Avenue Holy Name of Jesus Church Barnum Avenue Stephen John Anna Mihalik Mais Hunyadi St. Michaels Cemeter Anna J. Clark Anna E Leroy Park Avenue Aunst G. Rakes Jennie Sherwood Edward Reynolds

William Florian Elected President of Bible Class

William Florian was named for the fifth term president of Everyman's Bible class at yesterday's officers election. The report covered the year June to May 29 with 9785 attendees and an average of 261 per meeting. Also elected were Byron Merwin William V Garner Earl Lindsley Harold J Wood Ester C Burdek secretary Charles Crowther assistant secretary Herbert Lassen Ernest H Davis treasurer. Charles Calhoun led the talk Finding God Away From Home. National and state Bible class officials will attend Federation Day next Sunday with guests including Harry Slack Dr J A Congerve J A Wright and Fred B Peck. The BC orchestra from New Britain will provide music.

William Florian Everyman's Florian Byron Merwin William V. Garner Earl Lindsley Harold J. Wood Ester C. Burdek Charles Crowther Herbert Lassen Ernest H. Davis Charles K. Calhoun God Harry Slack New York City National Federation of Men's Bible Classes J. A. Congerve New Britain National Federation J. A. Wright Merides State Federation of Men's Bible Clases Fred 8. Peck Bridgeport Federation of Men's Bible Classes

Morocc o Warriors Cheer As General Steeg Honored

More than 19 000 Moroccan warriors on foot and on horses paid homage to Jules Steeg, French resident general in Morocco, as Generals Moukin and De Chambrin and Colonel Nogues joined his staff. Native regulars drew swords, saluted, and the warriors fired a salute of peace before resuming their tasks.

Amjot Morocco Wfoot Jules Steeg

Giant Fokker plane to carry 35 passengers

A giant multi motor airplane under construction from designs of Anthony F. Fokker will provide sleeping accommodations for passengers. It will have at least three motors with sufficient horsepower to be navigated if one engine fails. The report notes the plane’s development details and mentions a related burial at Gaston cemetery for a great-grandchild and sister Mrs Carnhell.

New York Anthony H. G Fokker Arplane Ren Mrs Carnhell Gaston Cemen “Cy

Pequot Yacht Club Announces 15 Championship Races

Pequot Yacht Club unveils the 1928 schedule with fifteen championship races plus other events at Southport. Races start at 2:20 pm in S, Stan, and O classes. A yacht must start at least ten championship races and be steered by a club member to qualify for the championship pennant. points are earned for starting and defeating others, while disqualified boats earn no points.

Southport T Pequot Yacht Club N. M. Wharton Lawrence Crawford Henry A. Jennings George OQ Charles G. Miller Larchmont Junior Racing Association of L. F. Sound Vice-Commodore

Sesquicentennial Exposition Opens to Costs 24 Million

Philadelphia hosts a vast international fair tying to 150 years of American independence. Key features include the Liberty Bell replica, grand pavilions from Liberal Arts to Education, and government displays. The complex spans 45 major buildings, 250 booths, and extensive foreign and state exhibits with a naval yard open for visitors. The project cost about 24 million dollars and runs from May to December.

Philadelphia America League Island Navy Yard Grand Court Palace of Liberal Arts and Manufactures Liberal Arts Palace of Agriculture Palace of Fine Arts Palace of Education United States New York Washington Newburgh Hudson Wall Street Trenton New Jersey Alamo Texas Colonial Street Old High Street Market Street Government Palace Sesqui Brigade United States Army Air Service Chemical Warfare Quartermaster Corps Taj Mahal Delhi India Persia Japan Egypt Latin America

RACING ENTRIES Continued From Page Seven

Racing entries list multiple horses with numbers for several races. The page shows Fifth Race three year olds and up seven furlongs Memorial Davy handicap with a slate of entries, then Sixth Race maiden two year olds five furlongs on Widener course, and Seventh Race for three year olds and up one mile and a sixteenth with claiming conditions and various entrants.

Sarazen Turt Ido Chilhowee Rock Star American Flag Senaldo Macaw Sun Flag Sun Pal Silver Fox Band Play Hardwood Laura Diane Flyman Applecross Nichavo Flechita Liane Rocky Lane Exchequer Sherman Olympic Lady Raglan Rigella Highwayman Watts Delhi Boy

Louisville Entries First Race Day Cards

Louisville entries for a mixed program listing six races with ages, distances, purse money, and claiming or handicap designations. Notable horses include Wood Nymph Irene Bohan Judge Caverly Roune The Code Dark Phantom Florence Mills Black Maria Indiana polis Dawn of Tomorrow Sea Drift Serious detail on weights and allowances appears in the per race entries.

Frederick Raphael Lady Carolyn John Bagoer kThe Janitor Royal Sweep Xleb Broomster Wood Nymph Irene Bohan Judge Caverly Roune the Code Florida Gold Dr. Bureet Sophronia Fair Its Apard Rotherme Hhinock Tangara Reedbegtion Scamp Musician

Miss Abriola and Bridgeport Man to Marry June 2

Rev John C Lynch will officiate the wedding of Miss Camilla Abriola daughter of Mr and Mrs Antonio R Abriola 3068 Main Street and Anthony Lortendo son of Mr and Mrs Raffaele Cortenazio 60 Hunting Street at St Patrick's Church on Wednesday June 2 at 9 am Miss Abriola will be attended by her sister Miss Rosslind Abriola and the best man will be Gus Meyers Jr leader of the Palace orchestra After the nuptial mass the couple will leave on a wedding trip They will reside at 66 Hunting Street

John C. Lynch Camilla Abriola Antonio R. Abriola Main Street Anthony Lortendo Raffaele Cortenazio Hunting Street St Patrick's Church Rosslind Abriola Gus Meyers Jr Palace Orchestra Miss Abriola Dertenzio Sousa

Bishop's wife to attend ceremony at Saint Michael's

The Inter-parochial Woman's auxiliary to Saint Michael's church Tunxis Hill will hold its regular monthly meeting at Saint Michael's Tuesday at 10:30 AM. A service and groundbreaking ceremony for the new rectory will take place, with Mrs Edward Campion Acheson of Middletown, wife of the bishop coadjutor, slated to be present.

Saint Michael's Church Tunxis Hill Saint Michael's Edward Campion Acheson Middletown

Man Falls From Bed In 3 Story Accident

Philip Almeda forty five of 52 Lexington avenue fell from a bed three stories high onto a cement pavement yesterday. He was badly injured with a fractured skull and internal injuries. He was taken to St. Vincent's hospital in serious condition and may not survive.

Philip Almeda Lexington Avenue Almeda St. Vincent's Hospital Haberlin

New Milk Adulteration Board Formed in New York

Health Commissioner Harrix announced a trial board with power to revoke licenses or permits of dealers found guilty of distributing adulterated milk. The board aims to curb an inspector accused of coercion and blackmail against milk dealers, as courts have proven ineffective in such cases.

New York Harrix Harris

New England Memorials Honor World War Dead

New England towns and universities memorialize World War I fallen with bridges, trees, parks, and building friezes. Amherst Massachusetts Agricultural College bears a riese dedicating names Alane Marne St Mihiel and Argonne. Memorials span Maine to Vermont with monuments, bridges, and hospitals to honor the dead.

Beet Amherst Berkshires Alane-Marne St Mihiel Argonne America Atlantic Maine-New Hampshire Piscataqua River Portsmouth Kittery Navy Yard Maine Waterville Oakland Putnam, Conn Portamouth N. H Burlington Battery Park Bristol New Britain Conn Man Chester Mannchester Lowell Athol Mass Hamden Cann Brattleboro New England Boston Providence

Catholic Daughters to Meet at Knights of Columbus Club

The Catholic Daughters of America will hold a special meeting tomorrow night at 7 30 o clock at the Knights of Columbus clubhouse.

K. OF C The Catholic Daughters of America Knights of Columbus

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