Car plunges to creek edge in Fairfield
Holiday guests rushing to a Bridgeport area dinner were spared immersion when a car veered off a road in Fairfield. Max Kerr of Brooklyn drove. wife and son-in-law were shaken and Kerr faces reckless driving charges. woman passenger suffered scalp lacerations and shock. In Stamford, two boys racing cars without parental consent injured Mrs Edith Meldis, her daughter Dorothy, and Marion Hudak. drivers Ferguson and Tamburri arrested for unlawful taking of a vehicle. In Trumbull, two automobiles ...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Bridgeport
Ash Creek
Max Kerr
Brooklyn
Kerr
Charles I. Hyde
Sown Court
Stamford
Shippan
Edith Meldis
Dorothy
Lanark Road
Marion Hudak
Sound Beach
Shippac Point
Johnerguson
Fill
Dominic ‘Farburri
Bell Street
Ferguson
Fields
Hudak
Tamburri
Druren
Stamford Hospital
Wields
Tne
Yale Eyes Purchase Of Old Rialto Site In New Haven
Reports indicate Yale University may buy the site of the former Rialto Theatre on College Street New Haven, a plan tied to a $1,000,000 gift from Edward H. Harkness. Negotiations with New Haven interests and a New York firm stalled after a minor disagreement, prompting abandonment of the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Yale University
Edward H. Hark- Bess
New York
Lang
Rialto
University
Wich
Math Ution
Chapel Street
Theroperty
The
Col‘“ege Street
T&he Rialto Playhouse
Stamford
Norwalk Elwanis
Milford
Indian River
Bruts
Danbury Normal
Legion
Henry
Glover
American Legion
Ploud
New London
Xale University
Rigbo
Ways
Airplanes Bound for China Seized by British Forces
Four airplanes bound for China were seized today on board the German steamer Pfalz in Colombo Ceylon. The seizure follows ongoing tensions with Germany as authorities intercept dangerous cargo and vessels suspected of aiding enemy powers.
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Colombo
Ceylon
China
Germany
Teagaer Pfalz
Too Much Turkey For Poor Folks In New York Bowery
Thanksgiving day overflow led Father Knickerbocker’s celebration to feed the needy. The Salvation Army and Volunteers of America distributed meals and baskets. Visiting nurse service made 1,760 visits with eatables to homes. In Greenwich Village St. Andrew’s coffee stands issued 9,000 meals and baskets to families in need.
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New York
Father Knickerbockers
The
Bowery
Salvationer
Volunteers of America
Greenwich
Vilage
St. Andrew's
Hones
Red Cross probes into affairs of disabled men hinge on embezzlement case
Walter Hart Bennett, former state comptroller employee and conservator for World War veteran Nicholas Schwetz, faces $5089 embezzlement charges. Held on $10,000 bond, a continuance was granted as police widen inquiries. A state-wide probe into conservator duties for disabled veterans was ordered, with Miss Wenderoth compiling a list of commitments since 1918 for review by the probate court.
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Walter Hart Bennett
State Comptroller's Office
Nicholas Schwetz
Norwich
William J. Buckley
Bennett
Schnvetsz
Wenderroth
Probate
Kayage
Wenderoth
Joseph G. Brazenak
West Street
New Britain
Norwich Hospital
Marcus JH. Holcomb
O. D. 304Th Infantry
Spring Street
Hartford
Diamond Tool and Die Company
Asylum Street
Martford
Franklin F. Wilcox
Twelve Families Flee New Haven Tenement Fire
A rear garage fire at 174 Hamilton Street in New Haven forced twelve families from their homes in night garments. The blaze damaged two cars and the garage, with unknown origin. Property owner names Celentano and Vancory are recorded. Firefighters contained the flames to the garage before spreading to the tenement.
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New Haven
Haven
Hamilton Street
Celentano
Vancory
Three Horses Die in Moosup Barn Fire
Moosup on November 27 reports a barn owned by Frank Taylor destroyed by fire. The loss is estimated at 2500 dollars. Three horses owned by C. R. Johnson perished in the blaze and the building’s contents were lost. The fire’s cause remains unknown.
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Moosup
Frank Taylor
Hrepere
C. R. Johnson
Pes
Passion Play Actors Probe Demanded Over Funds
New York reports dissension over the American tour of twelve Passion Play actors. Local sponsors say $275,000 was raised, yet villagers received only $10,000. Oberammergau leaders demand a detailed financial statement and an inquiry into the funds. Prominent backers include Rockefeller Jr and Harriman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Oberammergau
Tiavarla
United States
Benedicct Stuckl
Heimatkunst
Frank D. Waterman
Waterman
Aetorn
America
Anton
Lang
Stuckl
Mone
William Lechner
Heimsatkunst
Anton Lang
Jesus
Christ
Herr Stuckl
Michael Francis Doyle
Philadelphia
Herr Stuck
An & Guarenee
George Gordon Battle
Battle
Ludwig Nissen
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
W. A. Harriman
Arthur Curtiss James
Haley Fiske
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Herry Stuckl
Tale of Rum Pirates Attack on Francisca Off Rum Row
In Halifax Nova Scotia on November 27 a sensational incident recalls old pirate tales. The French ship Francisca, unloading pay cargo to a small schooner Tybie, was suddenly boarded by attackers from Rum Row. A brief gun battle followed as the Francisca’s crew and a Canadian led defense repelled the assault and forced the attackers back to their boat.
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Halifax
N. S
New York
Farmer Francisca
Rum Row
Banker's Murder Puzzle Baffles Police in California
San Bernardino Calif Nov 21 Sheriff W A Shey said no evidence in William R Fee bank president of Alhambra and San Gabriel points to a suspect. Detectives and authorities spent the day in Litlovtcreek canyon near the scene where the body was found as the investigation continues.
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San Bernardino
Calif
William R. Fee
Alhambra and
San Gabriel Bank
W. A
Shey
Litlovtcreek Canyon
Dixwell Avenue
Poliga
Murder Shatters Truce Between Rival Tongmen
In New York Chinatown assassins killed Gong Chong Foo, ending a truce between Hip Sing and On Leong tong factions. The violence spread with killings in Hartford and Chicago, as police investigated suspects tied to the laundryman’s death and searched New Haven for leads.
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On Leong
Hip’ Sing
New York
Hartford
Gong Chong Foo
Tong
Chinatown
Hip Sings
On-Leongs
Chicago
Mott
Pell
Dovers
Gong ‘Chong
Afta
Bronx
Lee Har
May Yick Tong
Mott Street
The
On Leong Tong
Slayern
Religious Thanksgiving Service Praises Prosperity and Peace
Union Thanksgiving services across Bridgeport praised improved industry and business revival, the country’s orderly election, and a new religious education plan for Bridgeport schoolchildren. Speakers urged gratitude for world peace prospects and America’s leadership in guiding global goodwill.
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Farmera
America
Bridgeport
Armin
West
Methodist Church
Japan
Mexico
Wong
Charles Kramer
Union Service
Center
M. BE
Kramer
C. W. Simpson
North End
Bethany Congregational Church
Thrill of a Lifetime Prince Sees U S Welcome
The Prince of Wales called his regent visit to the United States a thrill that can come only once in a lifetime at a Thanksgiving dinner in London. Attendees included Frank Kellogg and a large American contingent. he joked about the Woolworth Building and Chicago stockyards while praising American hospitality and promising more memories of the trip.
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Will Rogers
Woolworth
London
Associated Press
Prince of Wales
United States
American Society
Frank B. Kellogg
Wellogg
Amer
Hig
Willi Trogers
New York
Chicago
Mr. Kellogg
Turkey
Wales
America
Amarich
Ibanez
Iking Alfonso
Ill and penniless Dr Grant leaves hospital seeking money
The elderly Rev Dr Percy Grant former rector of the Church of the Ascension, just discharged from New York hospital, heads toward Westchester seeking work and funds. He says he must earn money, despite illness and fatigue, and faces an uncertain future with courage. His condition shows no organic brain disease. recovery will be slow and require long rest and effort.
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New. Fork
Percy & Grant
Church of the Ascension
Westchester Hills
Brevoort
Wew
York Hospital
Lewis A. Cantor
Grant
Grant -Eaht
Lydig
Lydig Wos
Radford Hills
Fear 4 Lives Lost As Fishing Tug Founders In Gale
November 27 report from Dunkirk New York states the fishing tug Harold G Beck with Captain John Beck of Buffalo and Kragon aboard vanished in heavy seas. Two deck hands were picked up by the freighter Belgian and taken to Buffalo. A shaft break and fog hindered rescue attempts as Belgian's master waited before continuing toward Buffalo.
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Dunkirk
Harold G. Beck
John Beck
Buffalo
Kragon
Puffalo
Arran
Escaping Gas Kills New Haven Woman, 79
New Haven, Nov. 27. Mrs Mary Kirby aged 70 is in serious condition at New Haven Hospital after being overcome by gas from open gas cocks in her kitchen. She was found unconscious by her grandniece who called to invite her aunt to Thanksgiving dinner.
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New Haven
Mary Kirby
Stamford Man sought peace in brawl murder case
H Redd of Bond street died in Stamford hospital after a Canal Street brawl. Edward Townes, held as his killer, was identified by an eyewitness. Police report Townes drew a pistol and fired, but witness James Lennon described a different suspect. The incident followed a heated card game and a rapid exit from a club.
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Stamford
Townes
H Redd
Bond Street
Desi
Canal
Edward Townes
Worth
Redd
Wika
James ‘Lennon
Ret
Bartyolomew Bahey
Gannl Street
Patelice
Ins
Teetore Lennon
Jolice
Stamford Patloa
Irept
Chaplin Returns Home From Mexico Wedding
Charles Chaplin and his bride Listy Utey arrived at their Beverly Hills home after a secret wedding journey from Empalme Mexico. The comedian greeted reporters with a brief message saying they are happy and thankful to be home.
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Los Angeles
Calif
Charles Chaplin
Listy Utey
Beverly Hill
Empalme
Mexico
Shorb
Alhambra
Dogweights and deceit in Bridgeport trades reveal schemes
Dennis Kelly City Sealer discusses tricks used by shopkeepers and peddlers in Bridgeport including a Newfoundland dog acting as a weight in coal sales. He cites many ploys by ice men fruit venders grocers and other trades as proof of widespread abuses in the city’s weights and measures system.
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Pascomalice
Hie
Bridgeport
Dennis Kelly
Tragic death of Peter Toplin near New London
The body of 27 year old Peter A. Toplin, assistant paymaster of Roxport Galr company, was found on a Waterford road three and a half miles from New London. He died from multiple skull fractures, with evidence suggesting he was struck or thrown from a vehicle. Police under Sergeant Clifford N. Gorgas investigated. Toplin attended a Chesterfield dance earlier but investigators could not identify accomplices or attendees. He was unmarried and survived by his parents who reside nearby.
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New London
Peter A. Toplin
Rox,port Galr Company
Montville
Waterford
Dewet Brock
William Buckley
Clifford N. Gorgas
Jaréan Cemetery
Ee Tuclin
Ayho
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Bronx County
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New
Hantgard
Wednésdale
Edward Welch
Chineas
Georgy Stract
Pelicr
Armin Wong
DR. Grant
Bedford Hills
Nork
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Sie
Yaiting
Waite
Ash Creel
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Iq Causs
Pastor
Bingham
Burdick
Holt Camnelen
Anion Streat Brooker
State
Fairfield County
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Lake Storm
Basston
Pennileas
Hospital
Hoover
Watcer
Wolonal Colt
Siays
Ghimanes
Foreign ‘Affairs
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Luai McBride
Nimbla We Ithisa
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Buuls
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Djckimoon
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Georgia Mech
Fittaburgh
Wintiwajer College
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Henry Redd
Darien
Wilson
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