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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1926

Page

18

Self Educated In Prison Wins Favor With Board

A Waterbury prison inmate, once a notorious thief and gang member, wins clemency after self education in mathematics and engineering. Bassett speaks directly to the board, credits salvation to study, and works as the prison clothing factory purchasing agent. Other cases include Joseph Colombe’s release after 80 years, amid mixed reactions, with donors and officials noting age and lengthy service.

Waterbury Bassett A. Storrs Campbell Benedict M. Holden Mit Lawrence L. Lewig Waterbury District New Haven County Bassatt Joseph Colombe Colombe Napcleon Richard Hartford Canada Richard Jolombe Wiliam G. Baxter Connecticut Prison Association Arnon A. Alling New Haven Thrall Alling W. F. Alcorn Gus Sclafani Stamford Sclafani Carmelo Montaenino Alcorn Sclana Sclan

Religion Is Preventative of Nervous Breakdowns

NEW HAVEN Nov 1 AP Dean Charles H Brown of Yale Divinity School argued that nervous breakdowns insomnia hysteria and mental collapse are rising. He cited mental and spiritual forces to improve health and urged clergy and doctors to work together to strengthen character and body through faith hope and love.

Dean Brown New Haven Charles H. Brown Yale Divinity School

Ormiston Trunk of Finery Linked to McPherson Case

Investigators opened the Ormiston trunk seized in New York and sent to Los Angeles containing 67 garments and accessories. Prosecutors say the items connect Aimee McPherson to a Carmel cottage and May Pasadena trip, as district attorneys pursue trial against McPherson and alleged co conspirators.

Arless Filch Los Angeles Aimee Sample McPherson Superior Court Monterey County Justice District Ada Keyes Los Azecies Carlos 8. Hardy Angelus Temple Monterey J. A. Bardin Beth Bardin Hardy Keyes W. L Gilbert the Evangelst Armiston York Doltuln New York Bond Evangelist Carmel Ormiston Angelas Temors Pasadena

Texas Pastor Requests Change of Venue in Norris Trial

A Texas pastor seeks to move the Norris trial from Tarrant or Dallas counties citing anti Catholic and anti vice campaigns as motive. Mayor Meacham, charged with hiring special prosecutors for Chipps shooting, defends city actions while admitting strong local feelings. Jurors express concerns about fairness and potential prejudice.

Tarrant County Dallas County Norris King H. C. Meacham C. C. Carr Knights of Columbus Catholica Meacham Scott, McLean and Savere Chipps Chippa Joe B. Willis Wash Walker J. M. Black Strong

State Leaders Predict Victory in Connecticut Elections

Democratic nominees and party leaders claim enthusiasm for progressive principles and urge voters to rebuke Boesism. Governor candidate Morris downplays predictions while Richman frames the race as a test of popular government. Senator Bingham predicts a large Republican turnout and victory backing Coolidge era governance.

Thiga A. & Taynch Democratic State Central Committee Charles G. Morris David M. Richman Cald Connecticut Boesism Tyler Morns United States Hiram Bingham Coolidge Trumbull

Embezzlement charge against Keyes dismissed

Los Angeles officials filed embezzlement charges against District Attorney Asa Keyes were dismissed today by Municipal Judge Charles D Ballard at the urging of State's Attorney General U S Webb. The action ends weeks of legal contention over the case. The decision clears Keyes of the embezzlement allegations tied to county funds.

Los Angeles Asa Keyes Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Charles D. Ballard U. S. Webb

Ornamental Garment Catalog Item in Pink and Purple

A listing describes garments including a pink silk gown trimmed with rhinestones and pearls a pink nightgown lace trimmed pink silk a purple embroidered sash and a grey coat with a cape attached, detailing fabric and trim.

Mrs Gibson Taken Away and Courtroom Preparations

Carpenters install telegraph equipment lighting and extra seats for reporters as seventy five press seats and ten photographers are planned. Trial sequence set with Willie Stevens first followed by Het and Henry Stevens and then Henry Carpender. Special Prosecutor Alexander Simpson says Mrs Gibson appeared to avoid reporters and autopsy expert Dr Otto Schulisz reports a non-mutilation of bodies but a struggle preceding Hall’s death.

Het Willie Henry Stevens Henry Carpender Alexander Simpson Stevens Willie Stevens Simpson Gibson Otto HW. Schulisz New York Hall

Coast Candidate Alleges Bankruptcy and Tight Primary

An Independent candidate challenging Frederick W. Steiner who defeated him for the Republican nomination faces Bert Haney the Democratic opponent. A. Serot Bullitt draws strong Anti-Saloon League disapproval while indications point to a close vote in the contest.

Prederick W. Steiner Bert Haney A. Serot Bullitt Anti-Saloon League

Tanlac boosts health for entire family in Springfield ad

Mrs J Gavibert of 8 Kingsley St Springfield Muss says Tanlac transformed her rheumatic pain and fatigue after years of illness. She reports gaining eight pounds, restored color, relief from backache and constipation, and credits the tonic with reviving her son’s health as well.

Gavibert Kingsley St Springfeld Muss Tanlac Don

Danderine Promise Keeps Hair In Place Not Showy

A vintage ad claims a few drops of Danderine make hair behave with a natural lustre without a plastered look. It suggests using Danderine to set waves for longer lasting style and to dissolve dandruff while refreshing scalp and roots, arguing it outperforms water.

Ask Your Drugg’s Canderine Benefit Claimette

An advertisement urges readers to buy a bottle of Canderine from any drug store for five cents. It promises benefits to health and dressing and claims it as the finest hair aid, inviting immediate trial.

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