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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1924

Page

11

Woman to Supply as Minister for Greenfield Church

Pathifield Oct 1 Tele gram Service Rev B S Winchester pastor of Greenfield Congregational church and Mrs Wine er left for Chicago to attend the fiftieth anniversary of Winnetka Congregational church where he served years ago Miss Mariamy of the Tome Missionary society will fill the pulpit Sunday at Trinity church led by Rev William Schroeder Parish life notes a Hallowe en party for Sunday school and a rummage sale at St Andrew's Black Rock proceeds to a building fund Christchurch quartet performed at St Andrew's Parish Yacht Club Southport committee to select boats postponed for ten days and received details on newer hull types.

Tida Cange Tste Tables Guild Trinity Beh WI Nera Cha Church Angie St. Andrew’s Church Black Rock Willam Schroeder Christchurch Pariot Yacht Club Southport

Engagement announced for Harriet Doling of England

Greenwich telegram reports Mr and Mrs William Morrell of Indian Harbor Cheshire announce the engagement of their daughter Harriet to Victor Doling of Wants England. No wedding date set.

Greenwich William Morrell Indian Harbor Cheeimwich Harriet Victor Doling John T. ‘Polins Wants England

Quick Way to End Sore Throat Ad

An old advertisement touts Kojene as a fast sore throat remedy. It claims two or three gargles before bed will reduce inflammation and destroy germs, promising quick results and a money back offer from Kin sella’s Drug Store.

Kinsella's

Jessie Wythe Weds Richard Truesdell

Miss Jessie Wythe daughter of George D Whyte of this city married Richard Truesdell son of Tenon F Truesdell of Sumnerville at the home of the bride’s sister Mr and Mrs HL Dary. The ceremony was by Carl T Wilhelm. They will reside at 2 Edgewood after December 5.

Whyte Orchard Straut George D. Whyte Richard Truesdell Ighland Svernue Tenon Fl. Truesdell Summerville Orchard Sr Truesuell Edgewood Truesdell Derby E Exchange The N. H. Telephone Company Frank P. Willer

Railroad Economy Cuts Living Costs Since 1920

Five eastern railway officials released an analysis noting efficient railroad operation has reduced living costs since 1920. They say transit times were cut, lowering raw material stocks for manufacturers and reducing wholesale and retail inventories, easing product distribution and unemployment.

New York Eastern Railway

Yale audience urged to practice peace over talk

Rev. Charles Merrill of New York urged Yale students to align actions with peaceful ideals. He warned that most of the nation’s energy supports war prep while wishing for lasting peace, calling for active support of the League of Nations to ensure universal, enduring peace.

New Havin Charles Merr New York City Yale University Merrill America League of Nations

Derby to Host New Gas Station Parking Lot Site

At a special meeting the Derby board of aldermen considered a request to erect a gasoline station on the public parking ground at the corner of Yosabet and Third streets. Dr Royal Pinney cited ownership and the plan to release city limits after 90 days. Architect Denby described plans. entrance would face the street and officials weighed the site’s use for parking versus the station.

Derby Board of Aldermen Yosabet and Third Street Royal Pinney Hirlsdison John Tarantino Washinton Street Smith Denby

English sparrow resists government pest control tests

A historical report notes the English sparrow showing endurance during a government pest control experiment.Despite mistreatment and strong chemicals, the birds survived, illustrating the futility of eradicating the species with the tested methods.

Hardy

Burglary Report From Fragmented OCR Line

A damaged OCR fragment reports a back door entry by a burglar. Readable words indicate a break in occurred hours ago with unclear specifics on timing and location.

Norwalk Officers Form One Army Plan Sector Organize

Norwalk officers formed a Norwalk chapter of the One Army Plan Association at a meeting yesterday. Major Powers explained the group aims to promote patriotism, defend national traditions, and strengthen comradeship among U S military officers. Sectors exist in Hartford New Haven Bridgeport Stamford.

Norwalk Ocn Eles Association of the Army At United States Dela Powers Hartford New Haven Bridgeport Stamford Maj E. Fi. Powers Cap Anson F. Keeler Frederick C Stephen Joseph Sloman John Keogh Wilam Franklin Bishop Weagh Chainnan J . Ritehis Wa .S. Elousing Joseph W Lockhart Edmund Preece Bishop Cutreer

Teachers to Meet Here on Friday Says Curran Speaker

The Connecticut State Teachers association Bridgeport section schedules a fall meeting with multiple sessions in Bridgeport Wartford New Haven and New London. Commissioners Curran Thomas and Wallis headline talks on immigration world education and education function. Miss Slattery’s talk subject to be announced later.

Tsland Augustes O. Thomas Maine Frederick A Wahis Correction City of News Mias Mangare? Slattery National Curran Thomas Wallis Miss Slattery

Poster charges Al Smith plans to knife Davis

New York October 4 Foster speaking for his Workers' party campaign denounced Robert M. La Follette as guilty of unprincipled trade. He claimed La Follette agreed to hand over Progressive and Socialist votes to Smith in return for Smith stabbing Davis and shifting Tammany votes to Wisconsin Senator La Follette.

New York Foster Workers’ Party Robert M. la Follette al Smith Taminany Socialist Party Smith Davis Wisconsin

Galgutta Chief Signs War on Bullies as Calcutta Crime Drops

The Calcutta police report for 1928 shows 14,000 fewer crimes than in 1822, praising Chief Tegari for his campaign against professional bullies and violent rogues. Pressure on criminals eased after streets were closed briefly and authorities pursued deportation to deter crime, with witnesses increasingly willing to cooperate.

Calcutta New & American Tegari New Commissionsy Egort Liis Calouset Leeward Ita Leight Per Calcnlta Khilafat Congress Aiyone

Greenwich Girl Married in Evening Wedding

Miss Charlotte Wilmot daughter of William A Wilmot of Riverside wed Otto Alpinus son of Mr and Mrs Charles Alpinus of Greenwich at the bride’s home last evening at 6 o’clock Rev Dr Frank A Hlemmer officiated A reception followed The bride works for Crucible Steel in New York and Mr Albinus for Fulham Trust He is noted as an athlete with local and minor league baseball experience The couple will live in Greenwich after their honeymoon.

Greenwich Charlotte Wilmot William A. Wilmot Riverside Otto Alpinus Charles Alpinus Frank A. Hlemmer First Presbyterian Church Crucibie Steel Company New York My. Albinus Fuluam Trust Company Paal

Large sum made at flower show in Greenwich

About $2,500 was realized from the flower fruit and vegetable show held by the M C A under Fairfield and Westchester Bicultural Society and the Greenwich Garden Sub. Greenwich hospital and Tintted hospital Fort Chester New York will each receive about $1,000. Mrs H Turant Cheever chaired the committee. In the ticket contest Mrs Herbert Thomas, Joha llss and James Howley won the boys first and second prizes.

Greenwich Fairfield and Westchester Bnicultural Society Riverside Rye Garden Greenwich Hospital Fort Chester New York H. Turant Cheever

Debutante Winners Named For Girls Prizes at Academy Event

Miss Sathlesa De Brun and Misa Katherine Merritt won first and second prizes for the girls. The awards were 310 and six gold pieces. John Bilis, age 12, set a sales record for tickets. He attends Pdekskill Academy.

Sathlesa DeBrun Misa Katherine Merritt John Bilis Pdekskill Academy

Port Chester Girl Weds Greenwich Man

Miss Pegey Whret of Port Chester New York married Leonard Whelan of Greenwich at Plains New York on June 73. Whelan is a member of the Greenwich real estate firm and has long been active with the local Boys Club. The bride served with the Steiger Schiter in New York.

Greenwich Get Pegey Whret Port Chester New York Leonard Whelan Joseph A. Whelan Northfield Street Plains

Benham Estate Claims to Be Heard at County Building

Contested claims against the estate of the late Frank Neil Benham, former First National Bank assistant cashier fatally injured in a January 27 automobile crash, will be reviewed by an investigating committee this afternoon in the County Courthouse. Estate valued around 50 000 with claims totaling 480 00. committee includes Charles Canfield as chairman, George Woods, Richard Swain, and Mrs. Margaret Baker of Fairfield.

Frank Neil Benham First National Bank County Court House Charles 8. Canfield George HH. ‘Woods Richard Swain Margaret Baker Fairfield

Benham car wreck claim in pasture sparks cattle grazing danger

The owner asserts that glass from the Benham automobile wrecked in her pasture has created a dangerous grazing area for cattle. She claims $90 in damages and states the claim was made at the commission's first meeting two weeks ago.

Benham Automobile Commission

Ferguson wishes success to Wyoming governor nominee

Miriam Ferguson, a Democrat from Texas, sent a message of congratulation to Nellie Taylor Ross on her gubernatorial nomination in Wyoming. Ferguson expressed sympathy for Ross's loss of her husband and praised her talents and the people of Wyoming for supporting her rise to the position.

Miriam Ferguson Texas Ant Mra Nellie Taylor Ross Demadgs Eratte Wyoming Tness

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