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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1926
Page
2
French Commissioner reports progress toward peace after the Damascus bombardment and asserts that a rapid French response thwarted rebel plans. He cites Lebanon’s constitution vote and a French government denial of casualty claims, noting civilian harm and French losses.
Aboard a ship the event honors veterans and old admirals as Coolidge visits Mount Vernon. Secretary of the Navy and Rear Admiral Robert F. Peary attended, with Marines and other officials observing a ceremony honoring wartime service.
Ambulance dispatch notes list calls to 84 State Street for John Lyons age 70 and other locations. Patients transported to St Vincent's Hospital, Hillside Home, Bridgeport Hospital, or Hillside Home again, with names including Patsy Putegete Edward Miclar Mary Healy John Doe Edward Brennan James Avery Virginia Vaathlie and locations such as 479 Waterview Street 62 Lewishington Avenue 69 Honsatomte and 352 Main Street.
Professor Max Marrand of Yale spent a fortnight in London as chairman of the Commonwealth Fund education committee. He toured the British Lommyiteve award work and discussed a plan to fund twenty students for yearlong study at 26 American universities with the Prince of Wales, who led the committee. Marrand, who also noted Jugoslavia’s potential for education, visited Italy and Yugoslavia before London.
Baltimore May 30 AP John T Bowle Negro convict whose testimony against Whittemore in a new trial plea is sane and in his right mind when he testified before the jury that convicted Whittemore of first degree murder ten days ago Dr John R Olver chief medical adviser told the Supreme bench of Baltimore on Saturday Whittemore awaiting sentence of death or imprisonment produced an affidavit from Colonel B Sweezey former Maryland penitentiary warden declaring Bowle at times mentally deranged Sweezey was warden when Whittemore escaped in February 1925 slaying guard Robert F Tollman Bowie was the only witness of the attack and the state's star witness
Portuguese leaders announce the formation of an extra-parliamentary government to dissolve parliament and revoke laws seen as harmful to national interests. Cabordas agrees to govern temporarily with Cabecadas as minister, backed by military figures, as republican hopes fade and the republic seeks restoration.
Frank J. Brennan leads Knights of Columbus as cornerstone is laid for a modern Colonia l architecture parish school. Joseph A. Jackson designed the plans, Bray Construction wins the general contract, with William P. Kirk Company plumbing and West End Electric handling wiring. The 136 by 105 foot two story structure will house 12 classrooms, a large auditorium for 1,500, four bowling alleys in the basement, a banquet hall, playroom, kitchen, and fireproof steel and concrete construction. St. Stephen’s parish efforts and the St Ladislan R C Hungarian Benefit Society, with 1,800 members, contribute funds toward the project.
In Baltimore on May 30 AP Dr William C Thompson elected moderator preached The Great Commission at Brown Memorial Presbyterian church urging peace amid controversy. Delegates in the 138th General Assembly prepared to discuss a reconciliation report while reaffirming constitutional doctrine and tolerance among factions.
James Robinson of 98 Lindley street was arrested for operating an automobile with a suspended operator's license. Held for trial in City Court after bond of 150 dollars was provided by his brother at the scene near Main street and North avenue.
A memorial service was held at Summe Meld M I church for James Schofield, who died aboard the submarine S-51 after its sinking near Broc Jalaind. Kev Harold Clemene led the service with family members and about 206 congregants present. The Roysemit troop conducted a Nag service and a bugle salute accompanied the ceremony.
Sitting Bull Jr. a deaf and dumb son of the famous leader travels with Sells Floto Buffalo Bill Wild West in Bridgeport crowds. He communicates in Sioux via sign with Frank Goings, ex United States marshal aide, trading gestures for small gifts as part of the show.
The Maha rajah of Rajpipla plans a United States tour after London season, aiming to reach New York in early October and visit Boston Washington San Francisco Los Angeles Detroit and Chicago. He will refit his auto fleet and host a Derby Night party in the Savoy Abraham Lincoln room for 150 guests.
Memorial Day observances include a five division parade in Stratford starting at Paradise Green and ending at Academy Hill with a benediction at the Soldiers' monument. Veterans of various wars, local officials, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and school children will participate. A silver loving cup is offered for marching excellence, with judges reviewing the procession at the Sterlins Memorial building.
Amusing Venetian glass table ornaments shaped as lizards or alligators appear alongside chiffon and lace shawls. The items reflect decorative accessories and craft trends featuring bold glass figures and delicate fabrics.
Fifty years after the first services in the First Presbyterian church on State Street Rev. Dr. John Hall led the original ceremony. A jubilee service yesterday featured Rev. Dr. Alexander Alison Jr and several survivors, including Mrs. Walter J. Rosa. A 100 member committee will seek subscriptions for an $80 000 fund for church improvements. A jubilee dinner follows at the United church on Park Avenue.
In a House debate set for Tuesday on the 4.025 billion French war debt settlement, Chairman Green of the Ways and Means Committee released a report urging ratification. A minority opposition by Representative Balber criticized the cost, while Green warned of France’s weak finances and stressed budget balance, franc stabilization, and a practical foreign debt settlement.
Senate jurists consider the dry edict with Borah opposing indoctrination of state officers into federal service. The King resolution avoids a judiciary committee expression, while subcommittee members fear legality and policy are intertwined and may complicate condemning at parties in the report.
A string of automobile and motorcycle accidents reported across Connecticut towns leaves several dead and many injured. Notable incidents include a New Britain man killed near Wallingford, a Waterbury doctor charged after a Cedar Street crash, and multiple injuries from crashes in Meriden and Seaside Park. Police investigations focus on driver responsibility, licenses, and reckless operation.
Marion Ohio May 20 AP The first stone of the Harding memorial a large sarcophagus of white marble was set today by Vice President Dawes The $200000 tomb will be completed in 18 months Twin black marble slabs inside the tomb will flank a circular columned tomb 50 feet high marking the resting places of Warren G Harding and Florence Kling Harding Public fundraising financed the structure conceived by Harding’s official family during the train journey carrying his body
Honolulu May 30 There are signs of volcanic activity in Hawaii including quakes and sulfur fumes. Dr T A Jaggar notes eruptions are not alarming and many people, from taxi drivers to hotel staff, profit from the viewing of lava flows. Ten families relocate briefly, while the public remains unfazed.
Edward Midlar twenty seven and Mary Fritzes thirty one of 72 Magne street were arrested by city vice squad detectives on a breach of peace technical charge and held for investigation. Both were released on bonds of five hundred pounds pending City court hearing. Midlar requested removal to Bridgeport hospital yesterday afternoon due to a rupture and was admitted by ambulance.
Rev Dr R Moore pastor of the Sacred Heart church on Myrtle avenue will celebrate the 44th anniversary of his ordination on Thursday June. Father Moore will celebrate a children's mass at o'clock in the morning. He is one of the fifty oldest priests in service in the diocese.
Explain how Certo enables jelly making by providing the gelling agent, allowing one to boil only briefly while preserving fresh fruit flavor and color. Advises that fruit juice concentrates were once necessary, but Certo now lets jams set in minutes with reliable results. Grocers stock Certo or it can be ordered for trial in small bottles.
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