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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1923

Page

2

Business Men Back New Charter in Poll

Business leaders at a Titons elnb luncheon voiced support for the proposed charter, while a few opposed it. Clergyman Rev Henry S Kelly criticized czarism and warned the plan would curb meddling by boards, preferring elected officials be visible and accountable.

Richard F. Neithercut Titons Elnb Charles H. Armstrong Merrill Beach National Bank Wienlifte Western Newton David H. MacKengie L| Am Feed Porter, Drugeist Walter L. Finney Howard Stone Hunter & Wavseny Janes O'Day Common Council Stanley Kelloge Amure Gordon C. Munt Henry &. Kelly St.Gorge's Fipiscopal Church Ciy Mr. Kelly America Quayer

Meetings Tonight in Bridgeport Fraternal Lodges and Clubs

A jumble of meeting notes lists venues across Bridgeport including GP 0 1 260 Sate Street and 1119 Broad Street for various lodges clubs and orders. Mentions include Master Masons Temple Reed circle Grand Army Lincoln Circle and other fraternal groups with addresses on Broad Street Cannon Street and Main Street. Republican affiliation noted.

Bridgewett Zines Club Broad Wood Avenue Alpaschete Breihertinod Aferica Broad Street Progressive Cleely Broederwood America Court Thoma East Washington Avenue Bridgeport Mary Street Temple Jodge A. N. Masonic Temple Muensterbel State Street Fidelity Stevekah Lotge Main Treet Main Street Rim Street Julius Howe O of VY AL Gul

Skipper Recalls Wreck of Rum Schooner in Gale

Captain Morris Randall of La Have Nova Scotia recounts the sinking of the William S. McDonald, a three stick rum runner, 18 miles off Sandy Hook after the crew set the ship ablaze. The six men were rescued by the tanker San Manuel as violent seas tore the craft apart and the crew prepared to abandon ship.

Morris Randal Nova Scotia Havana Rum Row Low York Associated Sce la Haye Hit Wsilng Almit Cal Nassau Bahamas Isoheq Ne Carro la Have Margaret Bachman McPoinie Bachan McDonald Tandall Long Island Randall San Manuel McDonald Randall

Synod Missionary Meeting Reports and Plans

Francis Lait presided as the Synodical Missionary society report from Way was read and approved. Earle Brooks of Everett submitted the New Era committee report, followed by Rev. Nevin Bartholomew outlining synod consolidation and reorganization in the United States. Rev. Dr. Henry L. Master presented a plan for minister relief, proposing a 1 percent clergy salary contribution. finances showed a year’s balance of $803.17 with expenses and receipts detailed. The meeting discussed church growth in New England, Bible schools, and Sunday school funds plus plans for ongoing work of the Board of National Missions under a restructured system.

Francis Lait Wert Burnett Vermont Synodical Missionary Society Lie Society R. Tl. Lange Henry L.* Master Philadelphia Pus Trey Thomas Dre! Brooks Liv Mass Ney Frank Uosmen Greenwich Bridgeport Cheresh Allen Paterson Presbyterian Church New England Maulne New Hamishiey Udwarsh J. Weaver Waultham Lr. Willam JP Wes Synod Committee of Missions Jet McDowell Board National Missions

German States Uphold Berlin Amid Turmoil and Strikes

Reports from Hamburg and Kiel describe a state of siege with curfew and police行动 as communists face suppression. Hamburg declares curfew, Berlin currency tensions rise, and workers strike at Bremer harbor while rail and port operations stall across Germany amid Reichswehr intervention.

Germany Elberfeld Kiel Lele Afteragen Kaamburg Reichswehr Hamburg Herror Spain Jie Ha Altona Po Ne Breiman Lenn Oe Vulcan Vargs Ara Fee Bng H. 4

Dead Starling Stops Milford Town Clock

Milford reports a starling caused a power issue at the town clock. Electric system workers, with janitor Wilbur Chase, searched the cupola and cellar, found no live bird but a dead starling electrocuted on battery grounds. Repairs followed and batteries were recharged.

Milford Austom Wil McHanics Thes Electrical System Boston Wilbur Chase

State Banking Report Shows Solid Business Conditions

Bank Commissioner Joby B Brune reports for the quarter ending June 30 that business remains strong. Loans ease, bank reserves grow, and savings deposits rise to 31,035,053.09 as banks cautious yet prepared for credit demand with high employment and rising personal deposits.

Han Quarte Joby B. Brune Enah iv Bitiks Bushisss Banka Greeiay A Des Mueis

Captain Griffen Set To Reach Bridgeport Today

Captain Griffen and the crew of the Mabel survived a shipwreck voyage to New York, abandoning the vessel after it sprang leaks near the Bahamas. They spent two days in small boats before reaching shore at Mahames. Griffen plans to leave for Bridgeport the following day after quarantine.

Cologne Danze Berlin Tapeh Wis Bridgeport Mabel Fla Forge San Griffen New York Venesuels Porta Fargo Cort Meer Capelain Griffer Bridgeyor

Coroner to Render Finding in Argentina Ranch Manager Death

The coroner completed an investigation yesterday into the fatal auto accident on Transistan Avenue involving cattle ranch manager Wald Po Symes of Argentina. The case centers on the cause of death with a finding expected soon.

Ceraver John Phelan Wald Po Symes Argentina

Mrs Stokes Not at Bethel Party Witness Testimony

Mrs Stokes miss party claim leads to voir dire as witness says she never attended the Bethel event. Clarence K McCormick denies ever being in Bundston or seeing Mrs Stokes at Wallace's New York apartment or Pepner home. He asserts he was in Europe during the time Stokes witnesses alleged his presence. He also denies visiting Mrs Tea Adame's apartment with Mrs Stokes.

Tomoereow Stokes Clarence K. McCormick Bundston Slokty Witpcognes Haim Mrs. Stowes Wallace New York Rethel Herald Europe Bunceton McCormicks Mrs. Stokes Téa Adame

Women voters and democracy in Connecticut debate

A public discussion features Mr Seitz criticizing state laws and loopholes, contrasting urban and rural voting power, and calling for reform. Professor Lawrence compares the Connecticut constitution to town tyranny, arguing democracy requires citizen participation and reform of governmental administration rather than new laws.

Houses of Congress Trug Congress Maude Up Hyo Slententa Connecticut Union En Haven Frank Thomas Jdotersion United States Gil Lawrente

Corruption Claims in Veteran Bureau Tour of Inspection

A witness testifies to alleged corruption involving the Veteran Bureau during inspection tours of New York hospital sites and a string of trips from Chicago to Boston. Mortimer describes forged bids, advance site access, and a Western trip funded by loans and gifts to Forbes and colleagues, with plans tied to a future department appointment and improper expenses. The testimony covers meetings at Forbes residence, a Wardman Park stay, and travels to San Francisco, with mentions of a Medal presentation and a lavish cruise.

Congress Connecticut New York Forbes Thompton Mortimer Abington Chicago Boston Hig Northampton Corcopien Wardman Park Inn Hospital Altes Pacific Edaust Europe Mach Wang Nate Thompson Drake Pro- Breas San Franessco Stockton Calong Covonaudy Beach California Albert B. Fat Harding Cu I F. Alexander Alexander San Francisco Puget Sound Mortiner Mording Washington Marlin

Mayor Atwater Refutes Charges Amid City Talk

Fragmentary report shows Mayor Atwater denying accusations as voters hear short remarks from candidates including Wranks Durie Drew Hexen Trewsurer Steylen Wargo and others on city issues.

Mtss Spek Wranks Duriesan Edward A. Drew Frank J Hexen Joseph Ee Toh Cork

Immigration examiners faulted for laxity in conduct

New York reports charges that government immigration offices showed laxity in processing cases. Le Spencer Le Dawes, a state examiner, testified before an immigration conference. Dr Lquores claimed he had adjusted penalties and noted concerns over matching the pace of exams with required standards.

New York

State probes urge action on alleged irregularities

Albany Oct. 24 Governor Frith Codasy sent to Attorney General Cir Sherman and District Attorney Charles J. Derrick of Albany County copies of the preliminary report by Joseph A. Wellers Moreland commissioner. It recommends that state and county prosecutors consider criminal and civil actions related to alleged irregularities uncovered in L. Br. Ketlors investigations.

Albany Frith Codasy Cir Sherman Alturney Charles J. Derrick Albany County Joseuh A. Wellers Moreland State Department of Public Works L. Br

Vessels in Distress Off Coast Amid Severe Seas

News reports many ships in distress off the coast near Sandy Hook and Delaware Capes after a night of heavy seas. Crews were rescued from several vessels including San Marcel and a freighter, while other ships such as Licida San Juan Maracathy and Frederick VIII suffered damage or were wrecked along the Atlantic. Dozens of lifeboats and coastwise vessels came to aid, with extensive damage described along harbors and coves.

Sandy Hook Tie Taneer San Marcel Delaware Capes Westmoreland London Westmoreland Way Southampton San Juan Paria Tin Maracathy Venezuéla Frederick VIII Christiania Matacaibo

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