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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1923
Page
2
Demonstration by separatists in Duesseldorf escalates into fierce rioting as shooting erupts, leaving hundreds believed wounded and several killed. Reports describe violent clashes and mass casualties amid rising tensions.
In Dusseldorf on September 30 clashes erupt as gunfire from green police triggers a massacre during a large separatist demonstration. Dozens killed and hundreds wounded as communist groups join the melee. French authorities claim green police initiated the violence and deploy patrols to detain officers amid chaotic streets.
Representative John Y W Aili of Shelton will take office today as a Fairfield County commissioner for a four year term after an appointment by the General Assembly. He succeeds Frank Bullard who completed eight years in office on Saturday.
The French air ship Dixmunde, a Super Zeppilin, broke distance and endurance records by landing at Cuera-Pierreten airdrome after a 218 hour 41 minute voyage of 4500 miles. It departed Tuesday morning, crossed the Mediterranean via Algeria and Tunisia, faced a hurricane near Sardinia, then retraced toward Africa before resuming toward Bordeaux and finally northeast toward France.
Town meetings mark off year voting across the state with light general turnout. Democrats press to break Republican control in Westport Fairfield Ridgefield Stratford and Norwalk areas as campaigns hinge on local contests and a proposed constitutional amendment.
Oklahoma Governor J C Watton mobilizes 5088 Guard and thousands more volunteers to halt a special election amid martial law. He calls them Minute Men and vows to stop any polling while blaming five state newspapers for stirring unrest and threatening bloodshed to preserve the constitution.
State Police conducted a raid on the Post Road farm between Darien and South Norwalk. Fourteen people were arrested under the Binford operation led by Bridgeport and Wilton barracks. Joseph LaPort, alleged proprietor, held on bonds of 1000 dollars. a man described as cashier cited bonds of 400 dollars. Additional officers and investigators were listed from various barracks.
Two youths attempted to break into Kline's tailor shop on Main Street early yesterday. Policemen Cassidy and Sheehan interrupted the burglary, the suspects fled, and a pursuit ensued as they vanished into a side street.
Paris reports an elephant named Bobby in the 2007 park gardens refusing to eat or work for keepers. Joseph Maitre, long responsible for Bobby, says he may withdraw from care, as Bobby damages park property and resists containment, prompting zoo officials to relocate staff at night.
A Milford car struck a pedestrian, killing a 75 year old Tyler resident, and two people died in separate state road crashes. Several others injured, including a Bethany man hospitalized with severe injuries after being hit on Center Street.
Crowds watched as four youths roamed Mat Street in daylight robbery to seize $3.50 from Salzano at 7482 Main Street barbershop. Salzano fought back. Joseph Moreno and others allegedly flashed weapons and grabbed money before police took suspects to headquarters.
O Ablinsted, charged with disruption in Albion Street, was held in custody after a June incident near his home. He faced allegations of neglecting rent and related disturbance. He was released on bonds totaling 106.
A crowd of several hundred gathered when a morning fight disrupted Lexington yesterday. Police intervened as brawlers were restrained. two men Vincent Smith of Lexington Avenue De Moris and Frank Sarto of Es Main Street Ansanti were bonded in $7 bonds.
A theatre window theft yesterday involved four boys ages 8 to 13 who grabbed cash at the Museatic theatre ticket window. One fled the lobby with stolen money as a police chase spread through the lobby. three boys were caught at police headquarters and will be arraigned in Juvenile court this morning. a fourth boy remains at large despite police searches.
A riot broke out at a football game in New Haven Park yesterday afternoon drawing a crowd over a thousand spectators. Detective Sergeant Michael Arnolsky was knocked down and injured as players from Bridgeport and local police fought to quell the disturbance. Walter Keane, 22, of 308 Howard Avenue, was arrested for assault and breach of the peace after reportedly attacking Arnolsky. he could not post $2000 bail. Witnesses described heavy fighting near the stands as officers tried to restore order.
Lancaster Fu im Ady Florida Grown of Jenetts XJ Franklin wind Marshall sophomore died from injuries after the annual class rush between second and first year students. He was 19 years old and a member of the Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. Brown distributed the first vertebrae in the skull when assisting in tying up freshies on Sept 2. The coroner’s inquest will determine if the rush caused the death.
Robinson says Buckley free to assign ten jobs for anyone, and declines an inquiry into Percy Litchfield’s mayoral bid. He supports liberty for opinions and notes no replacement plan if Buckley resigns.
A dying confession from Mrs Webb alleges she never loved husband Charles Webb and that a male escort was involved. Westchester County Coroner Edward FitzGeral steps into the mystery as tests at Bellevue await results. investigators probe tablets given to Mrs Webb and possible involvement of Jennings Gorman and others.
Gorman Webb reportedly never loved her husband, recalling that she married him only for a tale escort. In a dying confession to a friend, she stated she married for companionship and affection, revealing an alarming tale involving Snudge-Johnstone and Al Plains.
State police and Berrien deputies raided the House of David colony in Benton Harbor seeking Benj amin Furnell on a warrant charging a statutory crime. More than 50 officers and reporters scoured Shiloh House for secret passages and sub basement rooms but found no hidden entrances. Two women connected to the colony faced serious charges while guides familiar with Shiloh House led authorities through the building. President-elect Teixeira Gomes sailed aboard the British cruiser Caryas fort bound for Lisbon after a ceremony in Portsmouth.
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