19 Nov 1924
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1924
Page
1
In New Britain the pursuit continues as authorities press for Chapman’s accomplice. The gunman claims blame, while investigators seek to identify aiding parties and establish a clear timeline of events.
New Britain officials say George Stuyvesant, jailed for a New York holdup, may be a third man in the Oct 12 slaying of Patrolman James Skelly. Chief Hart insists Gerald Chapman is the killer, with Walter Sheen and Dr. David Waskowitz linking a running board incident to the case. extradition plans hinge on formal requests, while New York police deny using Chapman as a blind.
Norwalk woman Jennie Finch of 80 Monroe Street sues her husband Williams Finch of Hartford for divorce and $26,000 alimony on grounds of separation and infidelity. She cites a Spanish letter from Merida, Yucatan, claiming a divorce decree in Mexico and co respondent Clara Wheeler of Hartford. Court action expected in Superior Court in January.
New York police held a car auction with 36 vehicles, all sold as is, for as little as 10 to 50 cents. A battered speedster sold for 10 cents to a nameless buyer, who drove it away after paying cash, while others fetched small sums and some tired parts changed hands.
A Columbus area murder mystery unfolds as police probe the cremation of Mrs Addie Shearsley 50 wife of Rev C V Sheatsley pastor of Christ Lutheran in Bexley. Coroner calls it self inflicted but Prosecutor King disputes ruling. Family questioned and odor of burning hair or flesh noted. Continued on Page Twenty One.
A Shelton plant worker James Kam employed at the Driscoll pany in Canal aheel fell from a freight car about 16 feet and sustained a fractured skull and broken neck. He died at Griffin hospital before arrival. The incident occurred during routine operations at the plant.
Trustees of Johns Hopkins join Wilmer Foundation in a 40 day campaign to raise 2 million dollars for an eye hospital and school in Baltimore. The plan envisions a center for eye disease treatment research on blindness causes and specialist training, reducing reliance on European institutions.
Donald B. MacMillan, famed explorer and radio correspondent, recounts an Arctic encounter with a walrus as a white man in a canoe paddles toward danger. The scene underscores the peril and awe of polar exploration presented in a vivid Sunday Post series.
Bridgeport youth skating chances dwindle as recreation funding is cut. The recreation department faces reduced appropriations, delaying flooding of Sea Side park Yellow Mill and other spaces. Officials note cost to flood ponds, keep ice clean, and spray for smooth surfaces is high, leaving hockey and skating supervision limited to natural ponds.
Shelton Water Company announces starting Friday it will pump Hudson river water into local reservoirs to alleviate drought shortages. The measure, the second in two years, follows scant rainfall and is accompanied by a recommendation to boil water before use despite repeated disinfection.
Mrs Wicrease King Harding's condition described as extremely critical in Marion tonight. Doctors say death unlikely tonight though she remains unconscious at times and shows recognition when spoken to by physicians and relatives. The report notes her awareness of the late President's father and mentions a request for what could be done for her.
County officials warn that escalating disputes over water rights may lead to violence as tensions rise. Authorities vow to bolster patrols and enforce ordinances to avert a crisis and protect residents.
Independence California November 18 Associated Press representatives of the city of Los Angeles announce raids against ranchers at the Alabama gates of the aqueduct after a court order. Sheriff Collins warns of possible clashes. danger of violence and possible sabotage looms. In New York reports, railroads set seven freight records with no car shortage or congestion in 1924. October saw 1,080 freight cars moved in one day and 1,118,343 cars loaded in a week, signaling strong shippers cooperation and high transport demand.
Howard Palmer Jr of Greenwich pleaded guilty before Judge Frederick in the Criminal Court of Common Pleas yesterday to driving an automobile while intoxicated. He was sentenced to three days in the County Jail after a history as a deputy sheriff.
The German built ZR-8 will have its first test run over American territory on Thursday. Plans specify no fixed flight path yet. The submarine data will influence the route, with a possible destination to Washington for christening as Los Angeles conducted by Mrs. Calvin Coolidge.
A distress call received at 12 28 PM from a freighter believed to be the Wear nakip beyond Antwerp was picked up by the Rado Corporation of America. The ship used call letters identified as the Westenship. The vessel is described as an armed freighter of substantial tonnage.
Hawley, vice president of Bridgeport Gas Light, was elected president of the Bridgeport Manufacturers' Association at the annual meeting at the Statfield hotel. The new officers include Summer Simpson as first vice president and Stewart Clark as second vice president, with Dwight O Wheeler as secretary treasurer. The executive board and auditors were announced, and Merla Mhorgs of The Nation's Business criticized the Federal Congress in his banquet address.
Bridgeport leaders report a Community Chest drive totaling 118,292.47 toward a 350,000 goal, with large gifts from Bassick, Hubbell, and others. Officials note many moderate givers have yet to contribute to meet the target, despite favorable two day reports and substantial industrial support.
Tunes F Feeney of this city saw his jail term cut from years to days after a law technicality in a case tied to a seizure of whisky. Leslie Pennation of Warfield was arrested with Feeney as the dispute centered on whether Cove harbor and nearby water lay within federal high seas jurisdiction.
Bridgeport Beneficial Loan Society manager Pekari attempted suicide with four bichloride tablets in Milford amid a broad embezzlement probe. Stamford and Bridgeport offices linked to fake loans tied to about $22,120 loss. several office staffers, including Miss Stamatin and Henry C. McGrath, face bonds as investigations widen across New York and Connecticut branches.
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