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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1926

Page

4

Abs Delayed Westphalia Reaches Ston After Turbulent Crossing

The Westphalia of the Ham American line arrived days late with 250 passengers aboard. A succession of westerly gales caused seasickness and forced rationing of fresh water during the voyage from Queenstown. Among passengers is Mrs. Human, former Princess Alexandria da, ex-wife of the Kaiser’s fourth son, now wife of August Wilhelm Human, aboard for a stay in the United States.

Fener German Kaiser Alexandria da Duke of Burg Alexander Human The New York United

Masonic Temple in Chicago Placed Under Receiver

Federal Judge H S Wikerson appointed Title and Trust Company as receiver for the Nic Temple in Chicago after the Masonic Temple corporation defaulted on interest payments on bonds totaling in the latest financial action.

Inchicago Nic Temple Chicago H. Wikerson Title and Trust Company Ed Masonic Temple Corporation Ier Ee

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets A Safe Gentle Remedy for Children

A vintage advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild safe remedy for constipation and stomach issues in children. It claims the product regulates bowels and liver, improves complexion, and comes in 30c and 0c sizes aided by olive oil. A Ohio family’s doctor reportedly endorses it for years.

Edward Ohio Edwards

Andrew Wheeler Dies Leader in Iron Industry at 60

Philadelphia Nov 24 Andrew Wheeler former president of the American Iron and Steel association and the American Iron Steel and Heavy Hardware association died today at age sixty He led Morris Wheeler and Company iron and steel makers His great grandfather Samuel Wheeler forged cannons for American Revolution and the chain Washington stretched across the Hudson near West Point

Philadelphia Aap Andrew Wheeler American Tron and Steel Association American Tron, Steel and Heavy Hardware Association Morris Wheeler and Company Iron and Steel Manufacturers Wheeler Samuel Wheeler Washington Hudson River West Point

Poultry Exhibit Plans to Cut Day-Old Chick Mortality

Connecticut Agricultural College will send Prof. Kirkpatrick, R. B. E. Jones, and Carl Dossin to the Fairfield poultry show December 2 to 4. Demonstrations will teach culling, egg grading, and pest control, with Mrs. Marlon E. Dakin showing egg and poultry diet ideas. The Healthy Chick campaign reports mortality drops from 26 percent to 5.4 percent, as 120,000 chick owners endorsed eight key practices. An exhibit will display the methods used to reduce losses in day-old chicks and growing pullets.

Connecticut Agricultural College Fairfield W. F. Kirkpatrick R. BE. Jones Carl 0. Dossin Marton E. Dakin Fairfield County Farm Bureau Fairfield County

Pawtucket Manufacturer Named in $75,000 Breach Suit

Fre​deric W. Smith, a Pawtucket and Narragansett pier industrialist, is the defendant in a $75,000 breach of promise suit filed in Superior Court by Mildred P. Davis of Pawtucket. The article notes prior marriages, a death of Smith’s first wife, and a divorce petition alleging insanity leading to a void marriage.

Providence Frederic W. Smith Pawtucket Narrangansett Pier Mildred P. Davis Ms. Smith Josephine Burton Smith Butler Hospital

Anti-Fascists Ordered to Exile in Italy

In Italy, the defense of the regime law prompts police action against anti fascists. Verona sees fifteen condemned to five years forced residence in a restricted zone, including ex-socialist deputies Giovanni Vaverti and Carlo Gatto. Aquila sentences two anarchists to two years in the same exile, while Messina arrests include communist Deputy Losardo.

Rome Italy Verona Giovanni Vaverti Carlo Gatto Aquila Messina Losardo

Brother and sister killed at crossing in Everett

Altoona report says Andrew C. Wright aged sixty and his sister Miss Emma Wright fifty one died in a crossing accident while returning from the Everett post office to their mountain home. They had mailed a chicken to Mrs Harry Peters of Altoona.

Altoona Andrew C. Wright Emma Wright Everett Everett Post Office Milawright Harry Peters

Merit Badges for Harding Students Offered by Clubs

Harding High School held a ceremony introducing a Civic clubs sponsored scholarship and leadership award system for sophomores to seniors. Wallace M. Bayliss described the program used at Central High School, noting that up to five percent of the class may receive bronze, silver, or gold pins for leadership and academic merit.

Warren Harding High School On Sirobly Bridgeport Central High School Harding High Wallace M. Bayliss Clyfeelu Coordination Committee Bayliss Central High Marjorie Grant Civic Clubs Ufe

Unclaimed Rhode Island Funds Pass To State

Sums totaling over 10000 have been lying unclaimed in 11 Rhode Island banks for 20 years. Petitions seek court direction to deliver such funds to the state treasurer under the law. If claimed later, deposits will be paid with 3 percent interest from receipt by banks. Hearing scheduled in Superior Court on December 0.

Providence R. I Superior

West Virginia broker commits suicide to settle debts

Buckley WV November 24 AP C F Lyda insurance and real estate broker shot himself to pay debts. Office workers at Mount Hope found him dead after a note on the desk said the act was the only way out and that his insurance would be used to clear debts. He was insured for 100000 with 60000 to his estate and 40000 to the widow. Lyda had moved to the region from North Carolina and ran a mortgage service company and other ventures.

Buckley W. Va C. F. Lyda Mount Hope Lyde Lyda North Carolina

Pawtucket butcher robbed of turkeys

Two market proprietors faced a Thanksgiving theft in Pawtucket. Angelo Zamperini's store lost turkeys worth 500 and other foodstuffs and money, while Paul Ridolff's market suffered about 400 in value stolen. Police report details incomplete.

Pawtucket B. I Angelo Zamper- Ini Paul Ridolff

Radio Program Schedule and Featured Concerts Listing

A dense radio schedule lists programs across many stations including New York and Philadelphia. It catalogs orchestras, recitals, quizzes, news items, and Thanksgiving themed pieces with performers such as Vincent Lopez Orchestra and the Arcadians Orchestra, plus multiple jazz and classical acts and football scores glimpsed among the entries.

Yoour Ivania Biske May Clement Wongs Rhagsus Derothy Paen Woller Cowal Comfort Hour Vincent Lopez WGAR New York Re& Grange Yankersex Brooklyn Tincle Geehee Vincent Serey Arcaians Herschel Trobinson Sother Goose Xadine Moore Soprang 3Tme Anna Damonw WGBS Ingembile Erin Gaelic Seamng O'Doherty Sepiine Suitti Ut Gano Helen O'Donnel

Ireland Assured Of Her Position In Title Change

Belfast dispatch reports London reassures Premier Craig that Northern Ireland status and ties to the Irish Free State and Britain will not change amid the king's title revision. Craft and two cabinet members travel to London to press Ulster position on separate designation for Ulster and the Free State.

London Whitehall James Craig Ulster Northern Ireland Belfast Craft Ireland Ulsterlies Free State

Restocking Lakes Drives 16 000 Applications Nationwide

Ten million Americans fish annually and more than 15,000 applications for stocking lakes and streams were received in the past year, the Fisheries bureau reports. Officials note angling is the most popular sport but fishing is in decline despite 5.232 billion fish and eggs produced, blaming the auto for drawing city folk to remote waters.

Washington United States Bureau of Fisheries Fisheries Bureau Bureau

SLAIN MAN S GEMS SOUGHT BY WIDOW

New Haven November 24 AP The estate of John Costanzo slain in a bootleggers feud on the Orange Center road Orange last summer began with F J Kelley Wa terbury as administrator who claimed jewelry from Costanzo s body The items include a large diamond ring a diamond stickpin and a gold watch with chain Kelley would not quote the estate value noting Costanzo left no will likely passing to widow Mrs Mary Costanzo who had been held in county jail in connection with her husband s death

New Haven John Costanzo Orange Center Road Orange F. J. Kelley Waterbury Costanzo Kelley Mary Costanzo Anaband

Bridgeport Boys Club Holds Dual Thanksgiving Parties

Two Thanksgiving parties were held at the Bridgeport Boys' club yesterday. An afternoon event for younger members and an evening gathering for older boys drew about 150 and 375 attendees respectively. Games, ice cream, and cake were served as annual Thanksgiving forties are noted.

Bridgeport Boys’ Club

Columbus Tale Sparks Oil Company Reference

A conversation recalls Columbus and a teacher notes that historical records mention planting the Standard of Spain. Dusty attributes the line to an oil company, while the teacher reflects on the historic claim and the number 70 appearing in history.

Dusty Spain

Fog Postpones Sale in London Amid Fog Delays

London reports postponement of scheduled sale as fog disrupts proceedings with postponement orders issued today. AP notes the delay stems from deteriorating visibility impacting the event logistics and attendee safety.

Thanksgiving address by Dr. Alison at Lions club

The Rev. Alexander Alison Jr spoke to Lions Club members on Thanksgiving emphasizing American blessings and the Constitution. He called the document a sailing chart for the nation, warned against attacks by Russian propaganda, and urged obedience to preserve rights handed down by the founders.

Alexander Alison, Jr Lions Club Alison Teorgi Washington New England Babson South America North America Alson Philadelphia Dr. Alison

Girl Freed as Lover Is Sentenced for Robbery

In Buffalo on November 24, Edith Menger, a seventeen year old, was freed after pleading not guilty or being granted clemency while Thomas Schoell received a thirty year sentence for the jewelry robbery at Moses Shire’s home. Authorities say Schoell claimed the girl was not to blame, but the court imposed the Auburn prison term.

Buffalo Schoell Auburn Edith Menger

Sleep loss cited as cost of campaign in Massachusetts

Boston November 24 AP election to the Massachusetts House of Representatives cost Timothy J McDonough six hours sleep, he testified in his campaign expenditure return. He cited November 1 two hours lost at a rally and October 27 four hours lost, calling sleep a valuable asset and adding no other promises or spending.

Boston Massachusetts House of Representatives Timothy J. MecDonough Hus

Oil promoter Gordon Campbell sentenced at Leavenworth

Leavenworth Kansas November 24 AP Gordon Campbell discoverer of the Kevin Sunburst oil field was convicted at Great Falls Montana last May on charges of fraudulent oil promotion and using the mafia to defraud. He was sentenced to two years in the federal penitentiary today.

Leavenworth Kas Gordon Campbell Kevin-Sunburst Great Falls Mont

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