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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1924

Page

2

Harvard to Cloister Yard with New Campus Buildings

Cambridge Massachusetts November campus plans reveal cloistering of Harvard Yard by several new structures. A Courting House office building will rise on the Dane Hall site as three dormitories go up on Holden Channel and Matthews Road. The move aims to screen the historic campus while avoiding a fortresslike appearance. Massachusetts Hall, the oldest building, is being renovated into a dormitory and is cited as architecturally significant.

Cambridge Mase Harvard College Yard University Committee On Planning Courting House Dane Hall Holden Chanel Matthews Toad Massachusetts Elall

Beaten in Probate Hearing Sparks Arrest of Mora

In a probate court clash over removal of Pietro Mora as natural guardian of three children, Mora was arrested for non support after a conference ended in dismissal of the petition. Bail posted at $403, Mora later released. The case, brought by Savia Mora, alleges abandonment and ill treatment as divorce proceedings unfold in New Jersey.

Sis Pietro Mora Paul L. Millip Pasquale Vioni Mora Jersey City Fle Come Tans Probate Court Liberty Building Ite Vioni Savia Mora More John Caesaria Louis Aro G. Gabriel Timon Tity New Jersey Civorce

Citywide improvements plan widens Stratford avenue and sewer work

Mayor Behrens outlines a broad program to widen Stratford avenue west of the structure and extend sewers from Henry Street to Broad Street and Congress Street. Outlying areas will gain sewer and transportation upgrades with new lines in Black Rock Ash Creek and the North End. Streets in outskirts will be repaved while major projects like a new City Hall await completion. The mayor will review the first year of the Republican administration in his message.

Stratford Avenue Henry Street Broad Street Congress Street Black Rock Telieva Ash Creek Boston Avenue Asl Avor Behrens

Dr Leonhardt Hem-Roid advertised as pile cure

An old advertisement touts Dr Leonhardt s Hem-Roid as a cure for piles claiming years of research identified the cause and promising dramatic relief. It lists Hindle Drugs stores Leverty Stores and other druggists as sellers with a money back guarantee.

Leonhardat Hindle Leverty Stores Dr. Leonhardt

Unveil Tablet for Yale Aviator Hero at Staten Island Field

New York announces an Armistice Day unveiling of a commemorative orange tablet honoring Captain James J. Miller former Yale athlete and first American airman to fall in combat with a German plane. Miller, then vice president of the Columbia Trust Company, helped organize the first aero squadron and was killed in the Alsace Sector on March 8 1918.

New York Noy James Jm. Miller Yale Staten Island Miller Columbia Trust Company Asro National Army Aewre Kired Alsme

Merritt Estate to Be Distributed After Tomorrow

The estate of Dorothy A. Merritt, who died last May after a brutal robbery and beating, will see determine distributees at a Probate Court hearing before Judge Paul J. Miller tomorrow. Apparent heirs include Florence Stammel and Edna Merritt. possible share for Daniel C. Merritt. The state inventory totals 4471.69 with portions possibly voided by will validity issues and a witness relationship.

Dorothy A. Merritt Baix Paul J. Miller Lorence Stammel Edna Merritt Daniel C. Merritt Mount Kisco Charles Stammel John E. Heim Newark

Thrifty Worker Buys Home Denies Debt to Agent

Wurifty saver and domestic servant Mrs Susis Lenegel of this city won a bank balance enabling home purchase. She testified in Superior court that Andrew Bandre, her former financial agent, could not prove she owes 1000 and denied a 31000 claim tied to a note she allegedly signed but lost. She said she signed nothing and knew nothing of the suit until served after a visit to Hungary.

Susis Lenegel Tudga John R. Booth Moon Andrew Bandre Joaned Bandre

Red Men to Honor Great Chief in Bridgeport Ceremonial

Im proved Order of Red Men members from across Connecticut gather in Bridgeport tomorrow evening at the Casino to welcome Charles E. Pasa of Harrisburg Pa the great in eminence of the order in the United States A special meeting will include the conferring of the wention degree by Cackenoe tribe with over 150 candidates Initiations also planned from other parts of the state

Improven Order of Red Men Connecticut Bridgeport Aik Charles E. Pasa Warrisburg United States Narwa

Local Fraternal and Civic Meetings Listed Tonight

A noisy page lists meetings across Bridgeport and surrounding areas. Lodges like Joseph Dowdall, Arcanum, I O O I, and Modern Woodmen convene at various streets including Main, State, Cannon, and Gilbert, with groups such as Daughters of America and Women’s Christian Temperance Union noted in the schedule. An ad promotes Bromo Quinine Tablets for headaches caused by colds, claiming relief and a branded package signed by I W Grave.

Crolden Hill Council American Insurance Union State Street Pyramid Patrol Pride of Bridgeport Council Daughters of America Cannon Street Joseph Dowdall State and Main Street Vlden Gate Lodge Sditavian Sick Benefit Society Se Avenue Bridgeport O. G Aronoque Lodge O. Q Town Tail Stratford Modern ‘Woodmen Man Street

Butler May Get Cabinet Berth From Coolidge

Washington November reports say President Coolidge held long hours at his desk as congratulatory messages poured in after the election. Returns suggested working majorities for his party, with focus shifting to Congressional contests in the Che T Howse and Senate. Coolidge met with publishers’ representatives and Postmaster General New to discuss postal costs and the report on publication transmission. He also conferred briefly with William M. Butler, mentioned as a possible cable net post appointee, but no cabinet changes were indicated for March 4.

Washingdon Coolidge Waite House Senate Cab Morehan New Congress Naw Stewart Pw Uy Privat Yrge

Officers Honor Miss Tomlinson Scout Director Bridgeport

Miss Alice Weller urged immediate subscription drives at a Girl Scout Officers association supper in Bridgeport. Miss Phyllia Tomlinson, new Bridgeport Scout director, received a book, and officers pledged sixteen $6 bricks at $10 each toward the quota, with many planning to buy bricks themselves and assist the campaign.

Alice Weller the American Girl Girl Scout Girl Scout Officers’, Association Tomlinson Mra

Florence Mallory Hosts Stratford Shower for Lilian Hackett

Miss Florence Mallory of Broad Bridge Avenue Stratford hosted a shower Wednesday evening for Miss Lilian Hackett the future bride of H Marshall Bridgeswater. Thanksgiving decorations and favors were used piano selections by Lorraine W. Pengue. Attendees included Louise Martin Margaret Menzies Anna Hamilton Esther Wool Violet Pattison William Hamilton Viola Paquette Whitely Paquette Z Koharski Marion Whitney Catherine Dahl Lorraine Shaay J Kaskuba Florence Peloquin W Marion Price Marion Muandillo Anne Lane Catherine Everyhart Lorraine Pengie Mrs Shaw Mrs B Shi Wey J Hayden Mrs Lucier W Hamilton Mrs Paulson Mrs J Hack Mallory Louis Jayden Howard Shes Fr Marshall Bridgeswater.

Florence Mellory Broadbridge Avenue Stratford Lilian Hackett H. Marshall Brdieswater Lorraine WW. Pengne Gues Miga Louise Martin Margaret Menzies Anna Amilton Esther Wo Violet Pattlson Wamilton Ales Viola Paquatide Miss Whitely Paquette Z. Koaha Marion Whitney Mise Catherine Dahl Lorraine Shaay J. Kaskuba Misa Florence Peloquin W. Marion Price Marion Muandillo Anne, Lane Catherine Everyhart Lorraine Pengie Shaw RB. Shi Wey J. Hayden Lucier Me. W. Hamilton Paulson J. Hack Mra Mallory Louis Jayden Howard Shes Marshall Tridgewater

Bride to Be Florence Peloquin Showered in AMfiss Morrison Home

Florence Peloquin received a miscellaneous shower at the home of Miss Egiher Mort on Wor dln avenue AMfiss. Guests included Miss Rose Misch Miss Lucy Ailson and several others. the bride to be is to wed Edward Morrison.

Florence Peloquin Egiher Mort Wordln Avenue Amfiss Peloquin Morrison Paogse Gerdner Rose Misch Lucy Ailson Alice Moretison Misa Natalie Curran Mildred Bush Mary O'Hara A. Walisen Bush M. Noonan

Johnson Admits Defeat by Schalli in Tugeday Fight

In St Paul Minnesota Magnus Johnson the well known Tyert Farmer senator conceded that unofficial Tugeday returns showed he had been defeated for re election.

Johnson Schalli ST. Paul Minn Magnus Johnson Minnesota Tugeday

Gilpatrick Leaves for Atlanta Amid Emotion at Departure

G Harold Gilpatrick, escorted by U S Marshal Jacob Walter, left Slaven on the Colonial Exprege for Atlanta to begin a 15 year federal sentence for embezzling over 200000 from First National Bank of Putnam where he was cashier. He showed strain yet faced the trip with support from wife and jail officials as he braces for life behind bars.

New Slaven G. Harold Gilpatric U. S Jacob Walter Atlanta Federal Penitentiary First National Bank Putnam Joe Moresaca Gerardo Parrello Roy Winters Gilphiri Frank Baldwin New Floven County Jos How Walter Gilpatria

Suit for Spite and Damages Over Gasoline Sale

Samuel Sel of this city sues Joseph Simroous for $3,900 in Superior Court claiming treble damages for unjust meddling and withdrawn suit over an oral contract to sell gasoline two cents below the wagon price. The arrangement allegedly split a penny per gallon toward Simmsons’ debt to Carp, with 25,000 gallons involved before the current action.

Superior Court Joseph Simroous Samuel Sel Simmons Carp Garp

British Cabinet reshuffle hints at cabinet clashes and shifts

The article outlines a cabinet split as Sir Robert Horne balks at torpedoed offers and Lloyd George era tensions ease with a new ministry. Austen Chamberlain becomes foreign minister, Curzon exits foreign affairs, and Amery takes colonies portfolio amid uncertain reform pace and unemployment urgency.

Robert Horne Viabor Libor Robert Coattson Austen Chamberlain Lord Kirkenhea Chaneelorship Earl of Balfour House of Commons Wilke Austen Chamberlain Pontfolis L. 18 Amery Enthy Arlés

Congress Seat Re Elections Mark Shifts Across States

Fragmented list shows incumbents and challengers across multiple states with party labels. Republicans and Democrats contest seats in Maine New Jersey New York Michigan Minnesota Nebraska Nevada and others as elections proceed.

Tilson Runs for U S Senate After Connecticut Victory

Representative John Tilson, head of the Republican National Committee bureau in New York, announces plans to leave for New Haven to begin his campaign for the United States Senate seat to succeed the late Frank Brandegee. The senatorial convention is set for Hartford on November 24 and the special election on December 16. Tilson was reelected in the New Haven district with a 27,000 plurality, outperforming President Coolidge in most precincts. He is the dean of Connecticut's House delegation and had been discussed for the Speakership by New England lawmakers after learning that Speaker Gillett would seek the Senate.

New York Velovgram Service John In Tilson Republican National Committee West Forty Sixth Street New Haven United States Frank R. Brandegee Mr. Tilson Hartford Tilson New Blaven Coolidge Ele Connecticut New England Gillett Senator

Former convict charged with illegal voting case

Antonio De Tazzio also known as Petuzel of 354 Grand Street is under investigation after his brother accused him of fraudulent voting in the recent election. A warrant for his detention was issued by the prosecutor and he faces breach of peace charges while police conduct a full probe into his alleged loss of voting rights in 1907 and claimed citizenship restoration.

Antonio de Tazzio Petuzel Prosenutor de ‘Puzeio Hima Wela Heid Ayen Thomas ‘Ruggzio Pembroke Street de Tuzzio General Assembly Tartford Te Tyszlo

Caucuses Report Local Democratic and Republican Delegates

Contiluted front page details Democratic caucuses naming delegates to the state convention in New Haven and Bethel and Darien. Delegates include Caroline Ruutz-Rees, Anthony Sunderland, Daniel Sanford, and Charles Kerr among others. Republican turnout in Darien was light with Martin Shaughnessy and J Charles Johnson elected.

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