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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1924

Page

6

Citizens Soldiers Guard Against Riots in 10 Years

Boston reports that ten years of Citizens' Military Training will curb riots as claimed by Col. XII Indah of Chicago and Col. Fadan. They argue unrest in Williamson County Illinois stems from native Americans lacking responsibility, while pacifist opposition grows. Wisconsin campaigns show mothers pressured, fearing military indoctrination.

Boston Williamson County Ilinois Xii Indah Chicago Fadan Judah Wisconsin Wasi

Prince of Wales to Fox Hunt in Massachusetts North Shore

The Prince of Wales is expected in Myopia to join the Myopia Hunt Club on fox hunting fields near Hamilton. He will stay with Mr. and Mrs. Tuckerman at Savin Hill Farms, with possible attendance at the National Hunt Cup steeplechase at Willowdale Estate and other hunting events.

Hamilton Mass Prince of Wales Massaichusetts North Shore Myople Hunt Iis Wales Baynard Tickerman, Jr Savin Hill Farms England Tuckerman James W.W. Appleton Clarence Hays Quorn Belvoir Cottesmore Tuckermans Sectober Hela Willowdale

Condition of Dr Pyle Reported Fairly Good

Dr F Winthrop Pyle of 60 Brooklawn Avenue Bridgeport hospitalised with typhoid fever was reported fairly good last night after being admitted Thursday.

Brooklawn Avenue Bridgeport

Three Boys Held For Stealing Mail Pouch

Beacon Falls October 3 three boys under eighteen were rounded up by New Haven road detectives for theft of a pouch containing first class mail from the local railroad station September 20. The pouch was found in a hollow tree on the island in Beacon Falls northern part. It had been cut and letters and envelopes torn open. The boys allegedly obtained a small sum from the letters but ignored numerous checks. The case has been turned over to federal authorities.

Beacon Falls New Haven Road

Repairs Close Yellow Mill Bridge to Marine Traffic

The Yellow Mill bridge will close to all marine traffic Monday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to allow repairs to the central pier by Bridgeport Boiler Works workers. A J Northey, Director of Public Works, announced the measure. Tie rods with turnbuckles will be installed to bind masonry, after which pointing of the pier will begin, per Frank E B Sawres, Superintendent of Bridges.

Bridgeport Public Works A. J. Northey Frank EB Sawres

Leafy Lichen and the Birth of an Island’s Flora

The article surveys leafy lichens on Kerguelen and their role in island formation. It notes lichens painting rocks, aiding soil creation, and enabling ecological succession from barren rock to a green, wildlife-supporting landscape. It cites naturalists and historical uses, including litmus dye and survival foods in harsh regions.

Kerguelen Antarctic American Nature Association of Washington Canada Turkestan Kurdistan Phislichen Nature Goss N. Tourneur Nature Magazine Earth

Police Seek Student Missing From Massee School

Stamford October 3 police search for twelve year old Arthur Campbell reported missing from Massee School at Shippan Point after a midday misunderstanding with his teacher. He is the son of Mrs Maude Ocha formerly of New York now of Syracuse.

Stamford Polles Arthur’ Campbell Massee Shippan Point Maude Ocha New York Syracuse

Gray Mansion Inn Burns on Short Beach Road Branford

A fire destroyed the Gray Mansion Inn near the fork to Double Beach in Branford this morning. The building, originally a residence from 1778, was converted two years ago into a summer guest and automobile traveler lodging.

Branford Gray Mansion Double Beach

Clock Crash at Passing Show Sparks Family Quarrel

A fragment from a theater spiel shows a heavy Louis the Fourteenth clock crashing from a wall just as a family scene unfolds. The mother in law exclaims shock while the daughter’s husband jokes about the clock being slow, as the scene cuts to the passing show ambiance.

Katie's Explanation in Stray Sterley Scene

In a brief exchange Katie teases her aunt about aging while acknowledging the aunt's fault and awkwardness. The dialogue reflects a light domestic tone with Aunt Hesitatingly responding to the quip. The line items suggest a theatrical or serialized drama excerpt.

Hatle Katie Sterley

Too Many Meals Trigger Illness, Lunch Club Hears

Dr. P. Ll. Lersch told University Club members that most people should eat only two meats daily for health. He argued humans eat by the clock, not hunger, and that excessive meals shorten life. John Walters and Frad Griswald, III, reported Nashville convention experiences.

P. Ll. Lersch Exchange Club University Club John Walters Frad Griswald Nashville

Ex-Wife Wins Foreclosure Against Virginias Mayo in New Haven

Miss Wilhelmine Meyer of Brooklyn wins a foreclosure judgment for 146,758 dollars in Civil Superior Court against Virginiag J Mayo formerly of Hamden. Mayo has until the third Monday in October to redeem the Hamden property. The report also notes the death of Judge Joel H Read of Poughkeepsie impacts Stratford probate matters with a large estate claim and ongoing committee work.

New Haven Hamden Wilhelmine Meyer Brooklyn J. Mayo Miss Meyer Mayo New York Miys Meyer Fairfield County New Havers Joel H. Read Poughkeepsle Smith Stratford A. M. Clegg I ‘Tt E. P. Nobbs Vincent I. Keating

Danbury Boy Hit by Automobile In Critical Condition

Eight year old William Murphy, son of Mr and Mrs Daniel Murphy of 23 Austin street, is in Danbury hospital in critical condition after being struck by an automobile driven by Mrs Frederick Bird of Great Plain district. He suffered a fractured skull, severe lacerations and internal injuries. Witnesses say he stumbled and fell into the path of the approaching car.

Danbury Tell“grain Service Rwilliam Murphy Daniel Murphy Austin Street Danbury Hospital Frederick Bird Great Plain District

Two Greenwich Homes Entered By Burglars

Two homes on Brookside Drive in Greenwich were entered by burglars. George Holmes and William Wayman reported the break in after hearing a noise and seeing a burglar flee without taking items. A fur coat was later noted missing at the Wayman residence, but police found no trace of the intruder.

Greenwich Brookside Drive George Holmes William Wyeman Holmes Wayman

Special Train Carries Danbury Native to Burial

A special train from Long Island Rail Road conveyed the body of John Crawford to Danbury for burial in Wooster cemetery. Crawford, a native of Danbury, was the son of the late Rev. Charles Crawford. He died suddenly in Keeseville, New York. His daughter is married to George LeBoutillier, president of the Long Island Railroad.

Danbury Long Island Railroad John Crawford Wooster Grawford Charles Crawford Keeseville N.Y George LeBoutillier

Fraud Suspect Posed as Collector Arrested in New London

Frank White of Church Street New Haven claimed to be an adjuster and collector for the New Wagiand State Guard Publishing company publishers of the National Guard News. He was arrested in New London on charges of attempted fraud.

New London Frank White Church Street New Haven New Wagiand State Guard Publishing Company National Guard News

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