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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1927

Page

2

Budlong Divorce Hearing Details Testimony on Spending

Testimony in Milton J. Budlong’s divorce case reveals Mrs. Jessie Budlong’s claims of fidelity and alleged extravagant tastes. Depositions describe requests for a 100000 trust fund for the couple’s children and remarks about money matters. Witnesses recount social ambitions and incidents in the Budlong home including a noted “Budlong shirt” remark.

Jessie Margaret Budlong Milton J. Budlong Prracus Rhode Island Arthur B. Corbin Ian Budlong New York Herusband Mrs. Fredericks Bud- Jong Marie Bud

Two Women Found Help From Lydia E Pinkham's Compound

Mrs Ning Matteson of Oxford and Mrs Ernest Tanguay of Adams Mass report relief from long-standing illness after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Both say the product restored sleep energy and ability to work, urging others to try it via their druggists.

Ning Matteson Box 206 Oxford Lydia E. Pinkham Ernest Tanguay Adams Mass

Vatican Ambitions in Papal State Corridor Idea Recalled

The article revisits Cardinal Bourne’s proposed Vatican corridor plan and Osservatore’s stance, noting Italy’s anti clerical climate and Pope Pius IX’s resistance. It highlights Mussolini era aims to end church state conflict after decades of tension.

Cardinal Bourne Westminster England Republic of San Marino Thrge St. Peter's Basilica Apostolical Palace Italy Osservatore Serrvatore’e” Editoria Vatican Holy See Mussolini

The American Girl Ruth Elder Lands or Is Reported to Land

Reports from Le Bourget show conflicting word about Ruth Elder the American Girl’s landing with crowds cheering the safe status amid chaos. The Associated Press knew the facts via Ruth Elder but could not halt the rapid misreports spreading to Rotterdam and beyond.

Newport Budlong Court of St. James Holland le Bourget United States Birlitz Rotterdam American Chamber of Commerce American Club Paris International Aeronautic Association

Parisians Uplifted By News Of Rescue At Sea

Parisians relax as newspapers publish late editions confirming Ruth Elder and Captain George Haldeman survived the peril while flying, with New York relay via Associated Press noting Miss Elder’s safe landing by 9 S Barendrecht and reports of a Holland landing false in part but calming the city.

Grayson plane set for dawn hop after storm delay

Pilot Wilmer Stultz plans a daylight takeoff for the heavy Grayson plane between 7 and 9 am, weather permitting, after a morning storm and a protective inspection. Navigator Brice Goldsborough notes a secondary storm would push the takeoff to precarious night conditions. The crowd helps move the stranded craft and the plane rests higher on shore, away from high tides. Mrs. Grayson praises Miss Elder’s safety and sends congratulations.

Wilmer Stultz Brice Goldsborough Tomorow Brice Golds Miss Bider

Retiring E T R A Treasurer Honored With Tribute

George L. Baton, retiring treasurer of the Employee Tuberculosis Relief Association, received a testimonial album last night from Vice President Maurice R. Perry on behalf of the Board of Managers. Baton retired July 1 and said the gift symbolized the regard of members aided in the fight back to health.

George L. Baton Employee Tuberculosis Relief Association Maurice R. Perry Board of Managers Baton Eston

Princess Ileana elopement rumors shock Romanian royal circles

The New York Evening Post reports Princess Ileana, King Ferdinand's daughter, may have eloped with a naval lieutenant amid palace intrigue. Rumors say she fled Bucharest, with government attempts to quash coverage and deny journeys. The princess, nineteen and emancipated, was linked to multiple royal suitors but reportedly plans to focus on welfare work for Romanian girls.

New York Dispatch Associated Press New York Evening Post Today Bucharest Prince Carol Princes Heans Ileana Carol Boris Leutenant Ferdinand Meana Care Bratianu Royal Household Ministry of the Interior Tleana Europe United States Humbert Italy Bulgaria Prince of Wales Cadet Deana Roumania Rossville Ind Culver Indianapolis Miss Marr Culver Miliary Academy Newland de P. Knight New Albany Prince Nicholas West Point Military Academy William J. Glasgow, Jr Virginia Queen Marie Tieana Roumanian Regency Council

Atwater factory sold at auction plans Milford move

The Atwater plant, linked with Columbia Nut and Bolt and Atlantic Manufacturing, is sold at auction. Ownership to consolidate production in Milford after abandoning Bridgeport operations to cut overhead. Machinery sold privately for about 6000. Property includes 240 ft frontage on Railroad avenue and six buildings.

Ford Company Ttwater WIN Milford Columbia Nut and Bolt Company Liberty Atwater Howard Look James Cooper Columbia Nut and Balt Company Atantic Manufacturing Company Bridgeport

Navy Dirigible Passes Over City in Reported Parade

Continged from page Deviated Press the craft reportedly hovered above Newpark Burke near Spek Lonigi during a practice. Earlier, a ship burned in a nearby incident, with no injuries reported.

Viated Press Los Angeles Newpark Burke Spek Lonigi Moe Moor

Pilot's Wife Rejoices As Flyers Safe From Sea Crash

Mrs. Virginia Haldeman, wife of the pilot of the American Girl, wept with relief upon learning by the Associated Press that her husband and Ruth Elder were rescued at sea after a fuel line failure forced their plane down. She watched anxiously all night at the Waldorf Astoria, then sent telegrams to her son Billy and to Miss Elder and others. Though disappointed the flight fell short of its goal, she celebrated the flyers' safety. She planned to stay in New York until his return rather than go to Europe.

Petit Parisien le Matin Paris Atlantic New York Associated Press Miss Elder Reprelse 9. S. Barendrecht Haldeman and I Okey Ruth Elder Virginia Haldeman Waldorf Astoria Hotel Haldeman Billy Lakeland Fla Miss Eider Barendrecht T. HK. McArdle The Light

Ruth Elder and Haldeman Safe After Rescue at Sea

Radio message from the Dutch tanker Barendrecht relayed by the British steamer Bayano reports the rescue of the flying engine NX 1384 crew from New York to Paris. Both crew members are safe and the engine was destroyed by fire during the rescue. They aimed to land at the Azores.

London Associated Press Bayano Devizes New York Paris Azores North Rotterdam Howland

Rescue remembered: De Pinedo near Azores recalled

New York October 18. The rescue of Ruth Elder and Captain Haldeman echoes Francisco De Pinedo’s 1928 Azores ordeal. Barendrecht schooner located 325 miles NNE of the Azores where Elder and Haldeman were picked up. De Pinedo was found May 24 about 240 miles west of Horta. his Santa Maria I towed to the Azores for repairs before completing a Rome return via Portugal.

New York Associated Press St State Ruth Elder Haldeman Francisco de Pinedo Rome Infante de Sacrea Horta Fayal Azores de Pynede de Pinedo Portugal

Civic Clubs Observe Navy Day in Bridgeport

Civic clubs of the city will observe Navy Day with a luncheon at the Stratfield hotel on Thursday October 27. Judge Albert J. Merritt a lieutenant commander in the naval reserve will oversee the program and hopes to bring a ship to Bridgeport with naval officers as luncheon guests. Robert G. DeForest will serve as toastmaster.

Stratfield Albert J. Merritt Naval Reserve Force Bridgeport Robert G. DeForest

Dr Ropp Joins Junior College Chemistry Department

Dr Clarence D L Ropp of Washington Square College New York will join Connecticut Junior College as head of the chemistry department, starting February 1 as the college opens. He previously worked at Cable Company in Pompton Lakes New Jersey and brings teaching and industry experience to the staff.

Clarence D. L. Ropp Washington Square College New York

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