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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1924

Page

2

Mississippi Mud Could Trigger Gulf Quakes

Washington dispatch reports Navy planners hope to use an ocean depth expedition to study how Mississippi River mud entering the Gulf of Mexico might influence seismic and volcanic activity from Mexico to Costa Rica. Scientists note unsettled Gulf bottom dynamics and compare it with Andean and Caribbean sediment flows, while probing connections to the Lesser Antilles region.

Washington Navy Mississippi River Gulf of Mexico DD Oceanography Austin H. Clark Division of Sachinoderma S. National Museum Gulf Mexican Gulf Mississippi Mississippi Valley Mexico Costa Rica Amazon Grouth Lesser Antiles Clark Lesser Antilles St Vincent T. Kitts Caribbean Bahamas Paul Barisch U. S. National Museum Bahama Shelf Siberia Alaska Pr. B. W. Nelson Bureau of Biological Survey Bering Sea Asia Thes Dr. Nelson

Train Hits Auto Five Killed Near Chicago

Five people were killed when a Chicago and North Western train struck an automobile at Lombard, about 20 miles west of Chicago. The accident occurred tonight, reporting officials said. The incident adds another fatal collision on regional rail lines.

Chicago Chicago &, Northswestern Lombard Chi- Creoy

Eyes of Science and the Value of Vitamins

A short note on vitamins highlighting their vital role in growth and strength, stressing that while few scientists have seen them, everyone needs these nutrients in abundance for health and development.

Insurance Heads to Plan For Effects of Air Travel

New York November 27 The eighteenth annual convention of the Association of Life Insurance Presidents will be held in New York December 11 and 12. Leaders from major life companies will discuss future trends, mortality trends, and risks from increased travel, with speakers including Mason M. Patrick and Charles H. Markham.

York United States Association of Life Insurance Presidents New York Pablo Walton I. Crocker John Hancock Mutual Tefa Insurance Company Boston Candasian Life iI Insurance Companies Patrick Speck Mason M. Patrick Air Service United States Army Charles H. Markham Wiinola Central Railroad Company Iife Insurance Markham Nationa George Twi Association Nfe Giseasn Torthy Pnoldera Ife Great Britain Scottish Widows Fund and Life Insurance Society Ireland High Seas Channing E. Cox Massachusetts Thomas G. McLeod South Carolina George Perry Graham Ottawa Canals Richard F. Grant Chamber of Commerce John C. Luning

State Recovers Millions Worth Of Stolen Cars

New Haven report shows stolen automobiles valued at more than a million dollars recovered and returned to owners in seven years through State Motor Vehicle department files. New Haven led the state in thefts. 2006 cars stolen in first three months this year versus about 200 statewide last year. Investigation by state department police and insurers examined thousands of applications. 200 photostat copies produced, resulting in arrests and information linking to most of the cars.

New Haven State Motor Vehicle Department Hartford State Department State Library

Three Hurt as Car Hits Creek Edge

A crash at 5:30 today on the Newtown Turnpike left three hurt and two drivers facing potential charges. Carroll Frosser of Bridgeport collided with Frederick Morey of Banetown, both cars demolished with shattered glass injuring no one aboard the other vehicles. tow trucks moved the wreckage to a local garage. A separate incident on the Boston Post Road in Greenwich saw Harold A. Troy of Stamford lose control and strike three cars and a stone wall, with no injuries reported.

Carroll ‘Frosser Remington Street Bridgeport Newtown Frederick Morey Banetam Wits Greenwich Harold A. Troy Stamford Boston Troy

Prince of Wales Reflects on U S Trip and Trains in New York

The Prince of Wales praises the crowds at polo matches and recalls visits to the Natural History Museum and Woolworth Building. He mentions meeting Will Rogers, his polo pony gift, and his awe of New York and Chicago, with playful remarks on Massachusets and Thanksgiving as he contemplates future returns to America.

Prince New York Natural History Museum Woolworth Rogers Captain Lascelles United States Will Rogers Canada Chicago Deweit America Christopher Columbus Columbus Sandy Hook

Debunking Death Ray Myths in Army Report

Brigadier General Amon Frisk declares reports of death rays and supernatural destruction powers are erroneous and misleading. He notes no real scientist foresees practical control of such substances, while highlighting peace time uses of chlorine chemistry for disease control in animals and policing aids, and ongoing research to protect materials and combat pests.

Washington Amon A. Frisk Chemical Warfare Service Tries Innes Alb Army Navy America General Fries Wica General Frieg Fries

Barbers To Decide Action On Hairdressers Licenses

New Haven November 27 The Connecticut Barbers Association executive council will meet soon to decide on actions to compel proprietors and employees of hairdressing establishments to obtain state barber licenses if they wish to continue in hair cutting. The issue has been discussed for two weeks with meetings in several cities. No statements have been given after the meetings.

New Haven Connecticut Barbers’ Association Cat Fair Lcenses

Stamford Slaying Generates Mutual Accusations and Arrests

In Stamford a man identified as Reda was killed in a case triggering chaos at police HQ. Howard Lindsey of 208 Pacific Street accused Redda’s brother Edward Redd, while Redd’s brother was arrested for assault. Townsend and Lennon testified, Townes claimed Wilson shot Redda. Police detained Lindsey. A county search continues for Titan Wright of 208 Pacific Street who may know more.

Reda Howard Lindsey Pacific Street Edward Redd Hadward Redd Lindsey Redd Townes Lennon E Crouchen Wiliam Wilson Stamford Avenue Terten Wilson Townes Wilson Satal Ganal Street Titan Wright

Thanksgiving, gratitude rise from religious course

Rev F Rutledge Beal preached at the West Side union service in Second Baptist Church. He traced the origins of Thanksgiving and highlighted the growth of humanitarian feeling and benefits residents enjoy today, noting dinner clubs nationwide as a key example.

F Rutledge Beal West Side Second Baptist Church

Holmberg Arrest for DWI in Stratford Street Incident

Clack Holmberg of 148 Gray Street is held on $200 bond at the Second Police Precinct station charged with operating his car while intoxicated on Stratford Avenue near Water Street.

Clack Holmberg Gray Street Hauor Stratford Avenue Water Street

Tonight's meetings at Bridgeport and Stratford halls

Local notices list a series of fraternal and civic group meetings this evening. Locations include Golden Hi council at 181 State Street, Pride of Bridgeport at 62 Cannon Street, and other lodges such as K of F 1025 Main Street, Aghlar Masons at the Masonic Temple, Arcanum at Broad Street, Women’s Christian Temperance Union at 299 Gilbert Street, Machinists at 47 Main Street, and Modern Woodmen at 62 Cannon Street. Stratford's Cronoque Inder at Town Hall and Dewey Camp at 62 Cannon Street are also noted.

Golden Hi Council American Insurance Union State Street Pride of Bridgeport Council Daughters of America Cannon Street Joseph Dowdall Lodge K. of F Main Street Aghlar Lodge A. M Arcanum Lodge Broad Street Women’s Christian Temperance J Union Gilbert Street Machinists Turmony Rebekah Lodge State and Main Street Golden Gate Lodge Scandinavian Sick Benefit Society Teo Avenue Bridgeport Cronoque Inder Town Hall Stratford Dewey Modern Woodmen of America

Dr Grant Quits New York Hospital

Dr. Grant announces resignation from New York hospital amid a turbulent period. He reflects on a life of ministry, his church beliefs, and battles with scandal and personal loss including friendships, romantic entanglements, and public scrutiny.

Optimism Shines Through After Hospital Visit

In a defiant interview, a renowned figure discusses injuries and defiance. He reports teeth x rays, a stomach acid deficiency treatable by spoon injections, and a plan to resume manual labor and writing. He insists enemies cannot derail his resolve as he heads to Bedford to rest and work.

Hoe Tate Nate Bedford Aisle

Red Cross Probes Veterans Funds in Hartford

A Department of State Agencies and Institutions report notes Bennett must appear December 5 in Probate court to show cause why he should not be removed as Brazenak's conservator. Dr Wilcox says Bennett never mishandled funds when asked for veterans estate expenses, but Bennett has failed to file accounts in probate court. Bruzenak’s brother Paul of Stratford is involved and Pam was asked to help cover expenses but refused due to large family. A Department of Justice agent visited Hartford to investigate Bennett.

Department of State Bennett Brazenak Wilcox Propete Catatea Bruzenak Paul Stratford Brooklyn Annie Milecinski Barnum Avenue Pam Department of Justice Hartford

Murder Shatters Tong War Peace in Park Street Laundry

Two Chinese men were shot dead in a Park Street laundry. Police recovered an .88 caliber revolver left on the counter and pursued suspects who escaped by auto. A New York report linked two men in custody to the case. In New Bern, a separate Chinese laundryman, Charlie Long, was found dead from a bullet, with a coroner's verdict of self-inflicted wound but continued inquiry into Tong war ties.

Park Street Ani New York Bere Newbern N.C Charlies Long J. L. Hartfield

Congressman's attack on a Jewish marriage sparks uproar

New York Congressman Emanuel Celler called the marriage of Gilbert W. Kahn and Anne Whelan a violation of Judaism’s sacred traditions. The wedding, described as a $200,000,000 union due to their families’ fortunes, prompted debate as Celler noted the bride and groom planned a Catholic upbringing for their children.

New York Emanuel Cellers Gilbert W. Kahn Anne Whelan Young Kahn Otto Kahn Whelan United Cigar Stores Celler Brith Abraham

British Officials Suppress Nationalist Plots in Cairo

London reports four prominent Nationalist leaders led by Zagloul Pasha arrested in Cairo as officials say they formed an underground conspiracy against British interests. No disorders followed, and withdrawal of Egyptian units from Sudan is seen as proceeding by week’s end.

London Cairo Zagloul Pasha Nekrashy Bey Ministry of the Interior Zagloul Abdul Rahman Fahny Ashlutanta William Makram Obeid Barakat Pasha Intertor Ae Birdar Stack Mind Bgeynt Sudan Viscount Allenby League of Nations

Passion Players Accounting Report Reveals Debts and Deposits

The financial summary shows 26000 dollars received before departure and 21000 in America plus 16000 in deposits for future carvings. Outstanding debt stands at 8000 with 10000 more due on delivery of uncompleted orders. About 10000 from goods to be placed on sale on December 1.

America

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