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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1927
Page
2
Missourians launch a push to nominate Senator Reed, urging unity for constitutional rights, self government, and anti corruption. The speech denounces centralization, advocates honest elections, and cites past investigations into Harding era oil and justice department actions.
Obituaries for Oscar DeWitt Beach Mary Mulloy Garrity John Kister Sosthenle Raymond and others indicate funeral services scheduled across October 12 11 13 and 14 1927 at local mortuary chapels churches and cemeteries with dates times and burial sites detailed for each deceased person in Stratford Fairfield and surrounding area.
Traffic officials warn Yale Bowl crowds will be accommodated on 4000 parking spaces for up to 30 000 patrons due to construction. Police and highway departments coordinate detours, signs, and train travel to ease congestion, with New Haven routes altered for game days and out of state motorists advised to plan ahead.
Italian-American crowds attended the dedication marking a cultural display featuring a portrait of Mussolini a rare Seventeenth century tapestry and furniture and the original chart of General Umberto Nobile s Norge airship. Students helped raise 215000 for the building as Columbus Day events drew Latin American and New York Italian groups with wreaths on the discoverer s monument at Columbus Circle by the Sons of Italy.
The Maplewood Parent-Teacher Association held a reception at Maplewood Junior High School at 3:40 PM to honor the principal and teachers. Florence L Hayes arranged a musicale followed by a social hour. Officers for the coming year include W R Eaton president and J Hastings first vice president.
The Succoth observance will be held at Temple Succoth, 715 to Morrow Avenue, with fruit and vegetable offerings for distribution to needy families. Members are urged to bring offerings this afternoon or tomorrow morning, and services are scheduled early to allow children to attend.
Backers in Wheeling and Lakeland insist the American Gus flight remains safe and on course toward Paris. Ruth Elder and George Haldeman are expected to reach Le Bourget Field, with officials noting no alarm over the missing ship reports as pilots plan high altitude legs after reducing weight and gasoline.
Davis asserts the United States leads in aeronautics, countering claims of lag. He notes the Army Air Corps aims for 1800 military planes by 1923 and about 1100 ships by year end, with Wright Field in Dayton rising as the continent’s aeronautic center. The project involves a government investment exceeding 7 million dollars on the Wright brothers’ legacy site.
Ruth Elder's mother is described as near collapse amid family and health pressures. The report notes concerns about her condition and emotional strain, with observers citing fatigue and possible health complications affecting daily life.
The Junkers D-1220 carrying out a projected transatlantic flight was forced to land after water loss in the radiator. Ground crew towed it to an unused lock for future upline, with warning from Heinkel works about weather delaying the westward attempt. A D-1330 at Lisbon is not involved in the America plan, and no technical fault is blamed.
West and Southwest regions were alert as fans watched for a plane. An aviation incident is mentioned with local officials and media attention. The report is fragmented but indicates a delayed event or search tied to a person or symbol described as American Girl Dorn Fish.
Probate Judge Frederic A Bartlett says he is not seeking the Republican mayoral nomination and will not interrupt his probate duties into 1929. Wil Kilpatrick of the Young Men's Republican Association notes Bartlett would get first refusal if the convention offers him the post. Kilpatrick adds other well known figures could be found if he declines.
Kilpatrick stated yesterday that complete tickets of the Young Men's Republican association will be in every district by primary day. The report lists multiple district locations for Republican clubs and meetings at Madison avenue Capitol avenue Jane and Konsuth Streets and other streets, signaling organized party activity before primaries.
A gale delays Plane 15 causing anxious waiting among passengers and guests at Hotel Brunswick. The group discusses Miss Elder as rumors swirl about her status and destination. Mrs Grayson receives a rabbit’s foot charm from Mrs Wendell H Boyd of Portland, said to bring luck.
Two burglaries were reported as police investigate a break-in at the Anderson residence while the family is away. Dr Newman found a ladder at 11 45 pm and the bedroom bureau damaged with several keys missing. detectives traced use of a farmer's ladder from the back yard to gain entry.
The Young Women's Auxiliary of the Advent Christian church will furnish labor and materials for a parish supper in the church room tomorrow at 6 45 pm. The pastor will outline the church mission program for the coming season. All members and friends are invited.
Pearl Doles Bell novelist and scenario writer married Gilbert Rubens of New York and Havana a millionaire art collector Tac Jeremony officiated at the home of Justice H E Lewis Brooklyn as friend. Miss Hell famed for analytic knowledge of feminine emotions had said she knew too much about love to succumb. The couple left on a later trip through New England.
Wille Corbin died from injuries suffered when struck by an automobile near Aquamobe. He died at the hospital after being taken there in a police ambulance.
Obituary notices recount the deaths of Belle F Gregory aged 81 of Norwalk and Gustave Whitehead of Bridgeport, with services at Riverside and Lakeview cemeteries. Alma Osterlind of Stratford, Sosthenie widow Jean Raymond, Captain Charles Wakeley of Stratford, John Didivka of Laois, John Elster of Stratford, Elizabeth Menard of Stratford, Oscar DeWitt Beach of Bridgeport, and family connections across Norwalk, Stratford, and Bridgeport are listed with funeral details and burial sites.
An old advertisement touts McCoy's Tablets to cure anaemia and restore weight. It promises to add at least 6 pounds and improved health within a trial, with a money back guarantee if goals aren’t met after four boxes or two dollar boxes. The copy urges readers to ask for McCoy's Tablets at druggists nationwide.
Danjelaon Transcript reviews a home paper report by F H Marble detailing a reader’s relief from nightly urination after using Keller’s Lithlated Buchu. The advertisement claims the tablets improve bladder irritation and reduce nighttime awakenings, with distribution through Keller Laboratories and Hindle True Store.
A vintage ad touts Weeth's Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound as a quick hair darkener. It claims gray and faded hair darkens naturally after one or two applications, with products sold at drugstores for cents.
Special notes urge care with castor oil and discuss infant digestion and fussiness. The article cites doctors and parents, praising castor oil’s gentle effect on babies and recommending mothers consult the book on care and feeding of infants for guidance.
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