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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1926

Page

1

Militia and police clash at Manville mill strike

A large mob of about 1800 strikers and supporters confront state police at the Manville Tenckes company mill. Five officers and several strikers are wounded as crowds throw stones and clash near the bridge. Deputy Sheriff is shot, and the scene turns chaotic with volleys and arrests as authorities attempt to restore order.

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Insurance Firm Deploys Plane To Help Policy Holder

Hartford August 31 AP report says Telvering Bully Insurance used an airplane flight covering 270 miles to supply electrical equipment for the Brooks-Scanlon Lumber Co of Bend Oregon protected by the company. The quick delivery saved about 3000 in potential loss and showcased an emergency air service benefiting a major client.

Hartford Rocky Mountains Val Che Hiooks-Scanlon Lumber Company Bend Oi 1Scat Company

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Fourteen persons listed including women attended a divorce or marriage notice. the report mentions county telephones and a bake off event at Westport with life events and public notices alongside health and civic topics.

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Five Wounded in Boston Rally Fight

Five people were wounded during a chaotic rally in Boston. Police reported injuries amid shouting and clashes as protesters clashed with counterdemonstrators near a public square. The incident sparked a swift police response with no immediate arrests announced.

Boston

Murder Case Echoes Fear for Clergyman Hall

Reporters and investigators reveal that Rev Edward W Hall feared for his life years before his murder. Friends and police recount threats from relatives and suspects while a sprawling probe unfolds. Names of Stevens, Carpender, and relatives appear as officers plan further arrests and fingerprint examinations.

Sumerville Edward W [Lat Eleino Mills Paul Kamborsky Vaio Hamborsky Hall Hon Stevens Stevens Lavaletta Captain Walsh Burke Tersey

Devastating quake hits Fayal island and Azores

Import shows Four Hundred Believed Hurt as a quake is followed by a tidal wave. Messages from the mayor describe ruins on Fayal Island and widespread suffering in the Azores. Government steamer and warships dispatched, telegraph offices crowded seeking news.

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Walker Awarded Contract 10 Draw New School Plans

Charles Wellington Walker of Mratford, associate arabbort for Warren Harding High School, was elected architect for the proposed Capital Avenue School by the Board of Education. He won 3 votes against Ernest G Southey, with Leonard Asheim and Mrs Loewith also mentioned in the ballots. The secret ballot showed no discussion and the vote settled the next school project’s architect.

Charles “Wellington Walker Mratford Warren Harding High School Capital Avenue Board of Education Tinofor Ernest G Southey Beardgey Schdol Walker Leonard A Asheim Mre Sadie R Lotwith Bey Toewith Andreaitect Llmer FT Havens Mmetinele John G Stevens Havens J Mum Wy Johnson Tus Southey Tryvea Steven William 1 Martin Loewith

Three Apartments Contempt Charge In City Construction Plan

The city building commissioners granted permits for three three story apartment houses costing 159 000 to William Chitles. The projects include 72 families across 24 units on Fairfield avenue Kimwood place 1240 Furfsidvenue and 10 Panwina avenue, plus a fourth building on Rosten avenue Orchard street fronting Orechel ster. One permit is for 30 600 remodeling and the matter stalled awaiting a court ruling amid contempt claims.

Buniding Commissioners Oraterial William Chitles Wilkhovne Erea Pairfeld Avenue Kimwood Plac Furfsidvenue Panwina Avenue Rosten Avenue Orechelster Poston Avenue Bath Witan Tim Louis Isaac Hillmin Hamel

Valentino's Latest Picture Earns Heirs Big Royalties

After Valentino’s death his heirs face a growing fortune from royalties tied to a forthcoming project. Industry observers note preexisting bookings and pending releases could boost future earnings, while questions linger about who controls the estate. The actor’s sister and remaining family members await clarification on ownership and distribution.

Valentino

Gibson's Daughter Marries Ohio Man in Elegant Ceremony

The wedding of Gibson's daughter to an Ohio man took place at Seven tiindie] Acre Island estate near Cincinnati. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. MM Lewallen, with Miss Moore of the town as attendant.

Gibson Ohio Mas Feng Gabeon Dina Cahsan Fbson Seven Tiindie Acre Lelin Alfred Ansin Riseor Toangherne Thy Westbuns & Ot Res Lewallen Bere

Italy Tames Gold to Balance Bank Note Issue

Rome Aug 1 The Italian cabinet approved Count Volpi finance plans to deflate the lire toward prewar value and simplify taxes by abolishing nonproductive wartime imposts. Ninety million dollars of the American gold loan remains, to be transferred to the National Bank of Issue to balance 200 million bank notes in circulation. The budget aims to reduce note circulation by withdrawing ten and five lire notes and issuing silver coins of equal value.

Rome Count Volpi Alan Quytificate J P+ Morgan and Company Barca TV Italig National Bank of Issue Volpi

League Seats for Spain and Poland in Geneva

In Geneva the subcommittee approved temporary seats for Spain and Poland, aligning with the main committee after lengthy debate. The plan allows one permanent member from the league and designation of non permanent seats, with eligibility rules to be defined and a morning session set to review the final agreement.

Geneva Switzerland Iéuizini Lod Cecils Seache Tamarca Ssc Perriment

Grand St Bridge Closed for Repairs

Local plan notes Grand St Bridge closure for repairs with traffic disruptions expected until Sunday. Police at cul de sacs manage access as crews work on the structure. street closure announced yesterday and confirmed today.

Grand ST. Bridge Culer End

Coolidge to Hear K of C Protests on Mexico Today

President Coolidge will receive James A Flaherty supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus to discuss conditions in Mexico. The White House maintains a hands off stance unless American lives or property are harmed. The visit follows Knights of Columbus pressure for intervention to protect Catholic churchmen amid disputes with President Diaz.

Coolidge Mexico Supreme Knight Flaherty White Pine Camp Paul Smiths Coolluge James A Flaherty Knights of Columbus Kelloge State Department Washington Danes White House Coalidee Kellogg Addda McFlaherty Myr Kellegs Mtatey Ind World Court Mi Cooluige

California primary voting shows Young leading in early returns

Early returns from 71 of 140 precincts indicate Lieutenant Governor C Young leads in the Republican gubernatorial race in California. Estimates suggest more than 306000 voters had already cast ballots, with rivals and party loyalties shaping the scattered regional results across the state.

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Trudy Disappoints Big Crowd in Perth Amboy Welcome

Gertrude Ederle disappointed about 1,000 people waiting to greet her as she sped through Perth Amboy on a roalster en route to Highland for a summer home celebration. Mayor Frank Dorsey and city officials planned an escort, but she did not stop, only a few hundred glimpsed her from the parade route.

Pertist Amboy Gertrude Ederle Highland Frank Dorsey Perth Amboy Victory Bridge Walcome Dorsey

Mrs Young denies contest for Stamford seat in state conventions

Stamford August 31 Special Mrs Mildred Young denied plans to contest the election of Stamford delegates to the State and Senatorial conventions held Friday. At a Greenwich district convention remarks by Judge James T. Walah suggested she would contest, prompting delegates to consider a Hartford district convention if she pressed. Young insisted she had no intent to contest and remained loyal to the party. Senator Matthew T. Kenealy, elected Republican town committee chairman, urged party unity and pledged to back candidates who can attract broad support.

Stamford Mildred Young Greenwich James T Walah Young Hartford Mra Young Matthew T. Kenealy Republican Town Committee Ullse Republican Party

Lieut Bettis May Die Grows Worse in War Injury

In Washington on August 31, 194? reports say Lieutenant Cyrus Bettig, army aviator, was badly injured and his condition worsened. He is held at a military hospital where he fights for recovery. The article notes a prior victory by Lieutenant Hettis over Lieutenant Al Williams for a prized trophy.

Wasilngton Cyrus Bettig Hettis al Williams Navy

Grand jury indicts five Georgia bankers in Atlanta case

Atlanta, Ga Aug 3. The Fulton Saturday grand jury returned indictments against WD Manles a resident of the defunct Banker Trust Company and four directors for misusing most of the bank’s funds. The charges allege improper retention of funds and related offenses.

Georgia Atlanta Witten WD Manles Banker, Trust Company Fulton Saunay Grand Dam

Dempsey Knocks Out Local Boxer and Consoles Him

In Atlantic City the champion Dempsey knocked out local boxer Johnny Saxon who collapsed beside the ropes. Dempsey helped Saxon recover then hugged him and urged calm as camp attendants carried Saxon to the dressing room. The bout featured six rounds with Dempsey pressing the attack to the body and delivering piston like blows.

Dempsey Atlantic City Johnny Saxon Wester West Anon Snowa Saxon Alex Hart Ihien Jack Dre Eng Int Alleheates Asuns Charles Anterson Tate Metro

Cornell's District Victory Secures Democratic Control

In a turbulent primary, Cornell backed by McGuinness lost the Second District but won the Sixth, gaining control of the Democratic city convention. Meade’s anti-Cornell slate failed 363 to 222 in delegates and 218 to 179 in the other ticket, with ballot-box disputes and a police call reported in the Second District.

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