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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1922
Page
1
The report covers Scott extending the Giants lead with a second victory while a broader note addresses maritime liquor bans in U.S. waters, Curzon's Paris talks with Poincare on Near East policy, and U.S. enforcement actions under the National Prohibition-era law impacting ships and international relations.
Stamford Oct 1 Special Wham Sheldon a city resident was fatally injured on West Main street when struck by an automobile driven by Rev I R Rose of 329 Greene Street New Haven The crash crushed his skull and he died in Stamford Hospital The Reverend Rose a Yale Divinity School student and Clinton Methodist pastor was en route to a World Series game in New York He was released on his own recognizance by the prosecuting attorney The coroner will hold an inquest tomorrow morning Attending with Rose were his wife Mr and Mrs Joseph J Ray and Ivan Rossiter all from New Haven
Constantinople Oct 6 Allied representatives in Mudanta renew negotiations with Turkish Nationalist government. Diplomats optimistic yet cautious as ultimata on Thrace evacuation are extended to eight o clock. French British and Italian views mixed with hopes of unity before Ankara talks resume. report from Rome unsettled.
New Haven report says Dillon De Whlaughbs a once prominent civil engineer linked to major projects including the London subway and Hudson river tunnel construction is held for trial on a worthless check charge. Details allege he used hotel bills to obtain funds and his wartime port and Boston projects are cited in connections to financial improprieties.
In Baltimore on October 6 a mob of over 1,000 surrounded a saloon raided by dry agents. Bricks shattered windows as two patrol wagons were wrecked and police, overwhelmed, fought to restrain the disturbance for hours. The agents remained in the saloon under attack.
Hartford report warns that college certificates from well known preparatory schools were forged to admit Trinity students. Professor R B Ogilby, president of Tennlty college, disclosed investigation shows certificates issued by older persons and that preparatory schools bear no responsibility.
New Brunswick Oct 6 Authorities continue to question Frances Hall and James Mills to uncover motive in the double murder of Rev Edward W Hall and Eleanor Mills. Investigators pursue jealousy as a possible motive, with no decisive evidence to arrest anyone yet.
In Milford court a young woman testified about a marriage license scheme and elopement with Robert Savage. Justice Tierney noted the aging wedding, quarrels, and claims of love against a backdrop of past marriages. The hearing explored the couple’s motives and threats to pursue annulment amid family tensions.
San Diego, Cal. March 6 Lieutenant John Mackendsy and Oakley Kelly set a 35 hour 27 minute flight record in a J-2 Liberty powered aircraft. They landed at Rockwell Field after circling San Diego for days. Spectators greeted them as the aviators praised the Liberty engine and its reliability. The test team declared the engine the best in the world and announced further trials toward New York in November.
Connecticut announces a two week suspension beginning October 1 to prevent forest fires. Governor Everett issues proclamation in Hartford as precautionary measure. Wells for Parliament in London named Labour candidate for upcoming elections.
Bridgeport households face rapid coal supply as dealers report increased orders and plans to blend soft and hard coal to cut costs. Experts suggest a mix ratio of one part small coal to the larger, with soft coal aiding heat delivery while reducing waste. Domestic users brace for winter prices and shortages amid varied yard offers and new orders.
Discarded player becomes unlikely hero as the Has Been delivers workmanlike relief in the World Series. McGraw steadies the Yankees with a desperate grab, holding the opposition to four hits in a tense display. Ruth and Groh contend with the Giants’ third baseman amid crowd jeers as the pivotal matchup unfolds. Scott fans Elmer Smith with two on in the seventh.
The weather bureau predicts rain after the game, but Saturday’s World Series between the Giants and Yankees should not be interfered with. John Scott the Third of North Carolina, a Giants pitcher, is highlighted for his unorthodox tactics and a dramatic rise from Reds trials to key pitching, with Garry Herrmann and John McGraw figures in his career.
New York vet 8 Agsogisted ress The perfect center John Scott curve ball pitcher outstanding feature of one third save World series according to McGraw and Hugains managers Giants And Yrotees McGraw best videe of pitching abilty in Basconl The Welker in Scott a cast-off Jamid seven sinl he knew the deacon had plenty of stuf credit in all Seats Huggins Yankee teade praised the Giant witche a work We won and the credit in all Seats
Residents investigated a smoky odor in Fairfield woods as a group of men discussed the mystery. Harry H. Henderson attributed the smoke to Canadian forest fires, concluding the issue without resolution but with satisfaction that the mystery was solved.
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