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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1923

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Rhineland Coup Proclaims Separate Republic in Aix-la-Chapelle

Separatists led by Leo Deckers and Dr. Guthardt proclaimed a Rhineland republic in Aix-la-Chapelle, seizing city hall and police control with no bloodshed. Police sided with the republic, then were disarmed. couriers were sent to Munenen-Gladbach, Crefeld, Bonn, Coblenz, and Mainz as they plan further seizures.

Aix-La-Chapelle Rhine Valley Prussia Associated Press Leo Deckers Guthardt Rhineland Republic Munenen-Glad- Lach Crefeld Bonn Coblenz Mayenee

Prince of Wales Plans Voyage to South Africa

London reports the Prince of Wales aims for another grand tour to lands beyond the sea, including South Africa. Having just returned from Canada, he is expected to make a formal visit to the dominion this coming spring, continuing a record of extensive travels by royal variety.

Prince OF Wales South Africa London

Local board requests Kee and Quis ley restoration

Restoration efforts involve Charles A Kee and official Summerfields board seeking recovery. Mention of church dedication to memory of late Bishop Tuttle. juvenile incident and a shooting aftermath referenced. Also notes on prohibition observance, bond issues, and local political activity amid wider state and national topics.

600 Koreans Victims Post Earthquake Rumors

Reports from TORTO dated October 21 indicate more than 600 Koreans living in Japan suffered vigilante and other outrages in the wake of the Tokyo Yokohama earthquake. Censorship had kept these massacres from earlier publication as rumors amplified by panic.

Torto Associated Press Japan Tokio Yokohams Yokohaima

Boy, 13, Stabs Attacker After Beating

A 13 year old boy says he was beaten by a man roughly three times his age, then stabbed the assailant in the chest to save himself. The incident near Ward Street involved a group of youths chasing a boy who grabbed a pocket knife. The attacker was wounded and taken to St. Vincent's hospital in serious but not life threatening condition. The boy was released into custody for juvenile court appearance.

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Meiklejohn Denounces America as Uneducated Mob

Dr. Alexander Meiklejohn, Amherst College president deposed by trustees, in a sermon before the Free Synagogue assails America as a dull uneducated mob crushing excellence. He calls for uniting democracy and high culture and urges a national awakening while Rabbi Wise praises him as a heroic spirit in the fight for human liberty.

New York Alesander Meiklejohn Amherst College Free Synagogue America Renefe Rabbi Wise Meiklejohn Jong

Connecticut Leads Nation In Guard Recruitment And Drill

Connecticut tops the nation in National Guard recruitment with the highest per capita figures. Mayor Lafayette I. Evang notes the state’s 600 guardsmen per representative and senator, and the 182nd Regiment of Field Artillery led drill attendance in 1925. Batteries hail from Stamford Greenwich Norwalk and Danbury.

Fillineite National Guard Lafayette I. Evang Provisional Regiment of Coast Artillery Connecticut Congress Stamford Greenwich Norwalk Danbury

Three Die In Detroit Car Crash Near Bell River

Detroit October 21 Three persons died and two were injured when an automobile left a highway near Bell River Ontario and plunged into a twelve foot ravine overturning. The dead include Clarence A Moeller 42 Detroit superintendent of labor at National Motor Car company. Mrs Marjorie Appleton 22 and her 11 month old baby were among the injured. The crash was blamed on glare from a headlight of an oncoming car causing the driver to lose control.

Detroit Bell River Ontario Clarence A. Moeller The National Motor Car Company Marjorie Appleton Irev Moeler Harlem Appleton Mowoawhe Watn

Daylight Saving Harms New York Children Report Says

New York doctors report daylight saving time harms children's health. Dr Willis Kobler of the Department of Health cites observations from the Children’s Aid Society and says many parents report difficulty getting children to bed and rising earlier, with daylight extending playtime and disrupting routines.

New York Willis Kobler Department of Health Children's Aid Society

Charter meetings listed for education and commerce

Two meetings on educational tales and the ped posed charter announced. Luncheon at the Stratfield with Judge Clarence Hat addressing. Evening talk at Burst Me Church by Edourd Wolfe. Lions Club luncheon at Stratfield with speaker Alvary Tepis. Edwanis Club noon talk by William Webster. Bridgeport Metal Goods hosts Rev Alexander Ailsa. Business and Professional Women hold evening meeting with RB L Neie.

Commerce Stratfields Edwanis Club Stratfield William Webster Bridgeport Metal Goods Manufacturing Company Alexynder Ailsa

Stratford Civil War Veteran Dies After Illness

Donald E. Hopkins Civil War veteran died at his son Edward F. Hopkins's Stratford home yesterday afternoon. He served in the 16th Illinois Regiment and was a Knight of Pythias. His wife, 80, suffered a stroke upon hearing the news and remained unconscious. funeral services for Hopkins will be held at Edward’s Stratford home tomorrow night, with burial in Portland, Connecticut. Agnes of Ansonia and three sons, Edward FR of Stratford Byron D of West Haven and Charles H of California survive. A separate report notes Lee Elis of New Haven was arrested after a minor collision on Farmington Avenue for two automobile-law violations. his car had faulty brakes and no license, with bail set at $100.

Donald E. Hopkins Edward F. Hopkins Salleck Place Stratford Hopkins Wa Alan Knight of Pythian Byron D. Hopkins West Haven Portland Conn Garmum Avenue Lee Elis New Alaven Innis Mtot. Adu

Webb case expected to be dropped by grand jury

Webb expected to be absolved by grand jury officials hint at imminent arrest in the Webb case at the Rochester club death of Mrs Gere Webb. Investigators believe a suspect will be charged with crimes tied to her death, with officials aiming to keep the case active and not archival. The probe centers on potential connections and the extent of criminal involvement across related individuals and locations, including the club and medical staff.

Webb White Plains Met Imax Tha Webb Anothey Weatenester Charles Webp Mra Gere Gon Webb Weatchester-Biltraors Club Iti Isserigd Toni Wabb Welztin Westchester County Perko Anind Aifelal Connecticut Ims Wil-iani J. Mex Murac Margaret BE. Dayton Ty. Meyer Peggy Johnstone Meyer Anna Herzog Wity

Restrict Licenses to Responsible Owners Proposal

Commissioner Robbins B. Stoeckel supports legislation to limit Connecticut registrations to motor vehicles that pass inspection and where owners show financial responsibility. The plan aims to curb rising auto accidents by banning unfit or old cars, giving the department discretion to require insurance, bonds, or deposits, and potentially coordinating with neighboring states to withhold registrations for unfit vehicles.

Motor Vehicles Connecticut Robbins B. Stoeckel Maier Velveta

Wilson's Stand for League Set Forth in Volume

Princeton presses tomorrow will publish Woodrow Wilson's arguments for the League of Nations as compiled by Hamilton Foley. Approved by Wilson, the book translates his public addresses and White House notes into lucid excerpts. It draws from August 1919 conferences and 37 public addresses, with appended cables and amendments from Taft and Root.

Princeton N. J Associated Press Woodrow Wilson White House Hamilton Foley Princeton University Press League of Nations United States League Foley Mr. Wilson Wilson Advancly

Farmer Dies Likely From Danbury Auto Crash

Edward Smalley an 80 year old farmhand from Mawleyville lay dying at Danbury hospital after a collision on Graver Brook road with a car driven by 23 year old Fran Mancuso of Fenny Street Danbury. Mancuso says another vehicle forced him off the road. he and two companions say he is not to blame.

Danbury Edward Smalley Mawleyvile Syon Franinnapeo of & Fenny Street Graver Brook Smalley Mancuso Maneuso Blanie Dlu

Sir John M Harvey Arrives With Players News

Sir John Marti Harvey the English actor arrives with his London company of 40 players in New York to present Rhodes Oedipus Rex and other major works. After four weeks in New York the troupe plans Chicago Boston and Canadian dates, with Harvey noting plans to tour and perform for American audiences.

New York John Marti Harvey Adriatic London America John Henry Irving Rhodes Jon Chicago Boston Inter Canada Sir John Hig Company

D A Barber Dies After 30 Years in Newspaper Work

Andrew Vincent Barber known as Dad Barber, age 53, died at Bridgeport hospital after a long illness causing a nervous breakdown. A longtime Bridgeport and Waterbury Herald correspondent, he was a cartoonist, sketch artist, photographer, and reporter who covered events from local politics to the Democratic National Convention in Baltimore.

Andrew Vincent Barber Connecticut Flo Bridgeport Waterbury Baroer Bredy South Barber Baltimore Woodrow

Pastor Denounces Church Action Over Quigley Ousting

Bitter uproar at Summerfield M E church as 7 to 6 board vote ousts Pastor Charles A Quigley. Critics allege railroaded process and Ku Klux Klan intimidation in a year old gift linked event. Congregants claim lack of proper support and demand resignation effective November 1, with several officials and delegates disputing the vote.

Ku Klux Klan Summerfield Methodist Episcopal Church Charles A. Quigley Quigte Quigley Fred M. Dowdney Sale Dowdner Standish Street Ladies’ Aid Society Thas naRhucch Bridgepool Summerfield William HL Kidd Stamford New York George Wurm Epworth League Quisley

Lloyd George Visits Lincoln Birthplace Farm in Kentucky

Former British premier David Lloyd George toured the Lincoln birthplace site at Modgrenville Kentucky. He examined the log cabin, the spring, and the old tree, and spoke with Kentucky residents before a courtesy reception in Hodgenville. He will travel to Indianapolis tomorrow for a speaking engagement.

Lloyd-George Leg Lincoln Springield Hodguaville Taloyd-George Ahd A. A. Weinman Mr. Lloyd-George Thenite Memorial Building Brahim Louisville Robert W. Kinghije Merry Indianapolia

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