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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1924

Page

3

Monsignor Barry-Doyle to Speak on Years of Eastern War

Monsignor Barry-Doyle will address a mess meeting at the Lyric Theatre Sunday evening. He served on the front for months in the Palestine campaign, notably at Gaza, where water shortages and battle fear tested troops. He recounted tending wounded and a Turkish corporal showing gratitude by kiss and vow to dedicate his life to the commandment “Love One Another.”

Barry-Doyle Lyric Theatre Gaza Palestine Monsignor Barry - Doyle Monsignor Barry-Doyle Barry-Dorle Lfe

Breach of Promise Verdict Awarded in Norwich Suit

Norwich Nov 26 A verdict for 4500 was returned today in the 75000 breach of promise suit of Mrs Matilda Bendett 40 against her deceased husband's brother in law Charles Slosberg 58 a wealthy retired grain dealer. Trial of the case occupied two days before Judge Hinman and a jury.

Norwich Sry Matilda Bendett Inn Charles Slosberg Hinman

Lawsuit Over Hole in Norwalk Highway Damages

Mrs Maude Rawlins De Forest of Brooklyn New Jersey filed a civil action in Norwalk seeking 20000 damages from a Connecticut trolley company and the highway department. Alleging negligence in a hole on Winnipauk Avenue alighting from a trolley car at 730 p m September 13 the plaintiff fractured her right leg and faced medical and earnings losses as an instructor and masseur.

Norwalk Hay Telegram Service Maude de- Forest Rangling Brooklyn N. J Connecticut Company John A. Macdonald Connecticut Medway Avenue Winnipauk Dhris Rawlins State Highway Department Tamlins G. ©. Rawlins Main Main Avenue

Dawes to Decide on Cabinet Sit After March Inauguration

Washington Nov 2 Charles G Dawes vice president elect has not decided whether he will attend Cabinet meetings after March 4 President Coolidge and Dawes discussed the matter briefly last summer at Plymouth VI The custom was started by President Harding with Coolidge at Cabinet meetings. Dawes Leaves Hospital

Washington Charles G. Dawes Dawes Coolidge Harding Plymouth Chicago Charles G. Dewes Evanstone Hospital Tomorro the Feneral

Chicken peddlers held for cruelty in Stamford

Three men Michael Sorenern of New York Andrew Mascio of New York and Frank Sirrico of New York were arrested in Stamford on cruelty to animals charges. They were found with a wagon load of chickens in crates as they peddled them around the city. Humane Officer Warren A Keeler led to the arrest and the men posted bonds.

Stamford Michael Sorenern East 11Th Street New York Andrew Mascio East 154Th Street Frank Sirrico Park A Avenue Warren A. Keeler Pakckens

President's Message Due Tuesday in Joint Session

Washington November 26 The tentative House program for the opening session outlines that Tuesday the House expects the annual presidential message to be delivered to both houses in a joint session. Speaker Longworth of Ohio, the floor leader, notes any other White House messages will also be received.

Washington Cone Trapr Longworth Ohio Eer House White House

Appeals decision seeks conservator removal in probate case

Arthur W. Smith of Shelton fled in Superior Court yesterday and challenged the election of Probate Judge Siler acting for that district. The case concerns appointing Walter B. Quard as conservator for Libby, Idurd, and an incompetent in Connecticut State Hospital.

Arthur W. Smith Shelton Siler Walter B. Jqurd

Twin Tale Breaks When Wife Tells Of Spouse S Scars

Camden New Jersey November 26 detectives conflict with John H Morgan defense claiming his tale is fiction as scars on his leg are cited by County Detective Smith to support alleged marriage to Julia Walsh of Woodcrest New Jersey under Ribert Crofton.

Camden John H. Morgan Frances McDonald Morean France Julia Walsh Woodcrest N. J Ribert Crofton

Thanksgiving Events Across Bridgeport Highlight City Observances

Thanksgiving activities fill Bridgeport with union service plans across four city sections led by pastors from Bridgesport associations. Churches participate in coordinated services, with Rev. Charles Kramer preaching at First Methodist and Rev. R Daniel Trick at Second Baptist. Social clubs host Eve celebrations, fashion shows, dances, and charity events while sports and boxing bouts cap the holiday program at multiple venues including Park Theatre and Clarkin Field.

Eftening New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Bridgesport Pastors” Association AQ Union First Presbyterian Church First Methodist Church Charles. Kramer The Universalist Church G.C Marshall First Methodist Charles. A. Decker William Horace Day United Congregational North End Congregational Y W. Simpson Bridgeport Christian Union Bethany Congregational Olivet Congregational Trinity Methodist East Side Second Baptist Church R. Daniel Trick T. F. Rutledge Beale Park Attest First English Memorial Baptist Stratfield West End Alexander Anson Ipastor Farry W. Congdon American Legion Crystal Palace Dantan&l «Sy Cupheag Stratford Masonic Club Gronoque Ledge O. I Caine Rebekah

Obituary notices from Bridgeport area figures pass away

Obituaries list Edward B. Fisher, Anthony Aigeltinger, Carl G. Ericson, Tristan H. Layalee, Elizabeth Ryan, Virginia Banks Nichols Tripp, William Henry Miller, Agnes Boyd Lindsay, Richard Robinson, Laurette Stadtler, Rose O'Hara, James Oliver Mills. Deadly details include funeral times, locations, and cemeteries in Bridgeport and nearby towns with survivors named.

Fairfield Man Sues Daughter's Leg Breaker Over Car Crash

Nathan Piseh of Airfield sues John W. Brown Stein of New Haven in the Court of Common Pleas for $1,000 damages after a auto collision claimed to injure his daughter. The suit was filed yesterday.

Nathan Pisehman Airfield John W. Brownstein New Haven Con Mon Pidag

Retired Gardener Dies in Stamford at 96

James Calloo a long time member of St. John's Catholic church died in Stamford aged 96. Born in County Clare Ireland he came here 64 years ago and worked as a gardener until about two decades ago. He is survived by ten relatives including Michael Cullon Jersey City William Culloe Catherine Cullo Miss Margaret Culioo Mrs Ann Cummings and Mrs Thomas Hie. Funeral at St Topa's Catholic Church Friday at 2 am.

Mie Rose O'Hara Patrick Olinra Oldfield Road Pairfield

Men Arrested With Alcohol Face Superior Court Hearing

Joseph Giordano of Brooklyn along with Joseph Lardleave and Wrank Palumbo of New York were bound over to the next term of the Superior Court in bail of 1009 dollars each for transporting alcohol without a permit. They were arrested here Monday night with 60 gallons of alcohol in their car while claiming they were bound for Pittsfield Massachusetts.

Pittsfield Mass

Government and Forbes Outline Testimony in Bribery Case

In Chicago on November 25, the government and defense outlined their cases in the trial of Charles J. Forbes of Seattle and John W. Thompson of St. Louis. The defendants face charges they defrauded the government in awarding veterans hospital contracts totaling about 27 million dollars. Prosecutor Crim described four overt acts and a paid informant, while defense counsel Colonel Hasby-Smith argued most acts are not suspicious and highlighted potential testimony from high army and navy officials. The trial adjourned as the defense began presenting its outline.

Chicago Cassociated Press Charles. J. Forbes Seattle John W. Thompson John W. ‘Fl Crim Forbes James 8. Hasby-Smith Army Navy Thompson Bbasby- Smith Barbes Ess H.mortimer Philadelphia Washington Crim Mortimer Charles F. Cram Veterans’ Bureau James W. Bison Asby- Smith Hasby-Smith Ag Pittsburgh City Savings Bank Bridgeport Heard Chamber of Commerce

First Floor Rental Worth $38,134 in Court Case

Testimony in Superior Court states the annual rental of the first floor of the Newfield Building on Mainatraetta is $38,184. Judge Joan Booth presides as the Newfield Building Company sues Mohican Company to break a lease provision demanding $3,000 annually. Hearing resumes next Tuesday.

Newfield Mainatraetta Joan Booth Superior Court

Exasperation voiced over motor laws by city prosecutor

Prosecuting Attorney James C. Shannon claims motor vehicle laws that create criminal records shock city officials. He asserts enforcement of constitutional rights must continue and notes his role as peacemaker in non support cases, stressing reconciliation over fault.

James C. Shannon Lions Club Stratfield Shannon

Coroner Awaits Report on Fairfield Death

Coroner John J. Phelan will decide on an inquest into the death of Mrs. Rose O Hara 60 of Oldfield Road Fairfield who died of burns Tuesday night. A report by Medical Examiner W H Donald son is expected and may render a formal hearing unnecessary if the death is ruled accidental.

John J. Phelan Rose O'Hara Oldfield Road Fairfield W. H. Donaldson

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