State Police Chief Suspends Lerner Amid Probe
State Police Chief Robert T Hurley suspended Newtown attache Patrick Lerner from the Groton barracks as Sergeant Frank Virelli of Bridgeport opens an inquiry into a disturbance at 222 South Avenue. Mrs Marion McGregor reports Lerner and Francis Gallasher had been lingering near her home. two others, Gallagher and sailor Hawy Borschock, were arrested after a scuffle. Lerner was not on duty at the time.
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Groton
South Avenue
Frank Virelli
Bridgeport
Patrick Lerner
Newtown
Marion McGregor
Lerner
Robert T. Hurley
Virelli
Hurley
Mmission Lerner
McGregor
Heass
Francis Gallasher
Seeley Street
E Gallagher
Lost Baby Lillian Thought Found After Check at Hospital
In New York on September, Mrs McKenzie rushed to Atlantis Avenue collection to view a baby believed to be her daughter Lillian who was abducted on August 19. A doctor who treated Lillian earlier examined the balance chit and offered cautious confirmation.
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New York
Stove Explodes Causing Fire At Stratford Home
Special to the Telegram reports an oil stove explosion near midnight at Joseph Green's home on Seder wiex Steine in Stratford sparked a blaze in the woodwork. Damage is estimated at 200 dollars before Stratford Fire Department and Chemical Company No 1 quickly suppressed the flames. The kitchen was saved from the spread of fire.
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Stratford
Joseph Green
Stratford Fire Department
Chemical Coompany No. 1
Meteorite Found in Tyringham Hills by Local Boys
Four Millineague boys discovered a meteor that fell fifty years ago in the Tyringham hills while picnicking Saturday. Mrs. Mary Speer of Tyringham also reported seeing the meteor, adding to the unearthed relic’s notoriety.
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Springfield
Tyringham
Mary F
Tyringha
Local fund drive aids Japanese disaster victims in Bridgeport
Local workers raise almost 1400 for victims as 40 plus candidates vie for Chamber of Commerce roles. Names include Postmaster Charles F. Greene and State Police Superintendent. Lerner faces suspension amid an investigation into charges, while a child death and dog attack cases appear in broad coverage across county and state.
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Bridgeport
Chamber of Commerce
Seerstar
Charles F. Greene
Lerner
Waninn
Acto Buok
Hogstip
Broad Sirest
Municipal Bath
Seaside Park
Kiwanis Club
Ourra
Miss St. Louis Wins Beauty Parade Prize
In Atlantic Gapy, Seppe Mise sorui, Miss St. Louis won the first test for the Hewaties amid American city contestants. Mike Charinre Nash swept hogeda in the rot ler char parade, earning the grand prize as the initial contest of the third annual pageant. Miss Monphis placed second and Miss Brooklyn fifth with other local favorites noted.
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Atlantic Gapy
Seppe
Misesouri
Hewaties
America
AL T Louie
Mike Charinre Nash
Hogeda
Initinl
Pareant Eh Wag
Steund Pruge Wets
la Mose Philade Phi Fourin
Vousville
Fifth
Mies
Brooklyn
Candidates Seek Chamber of Commerce Exec Secretary Post
Over 40 candidates apply for Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce executive secretary. A decision is expected at a meeting set within two weeks, officials said. details and candidate list remain unsettled amid ongoing committee discussions and local civic notes.
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Chamber of Commerce
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
Italy Defies League Spark To Stir World Crisis
Geneva dispatch reports Italy’s refusal to recognize League authority to settle the Greco Italian dispute. Belgium Sweden and Uruguay push for league intervention while Salandra rejects the compromise plan. Britain's wary view warns of threats to global order if Italy acts alone.
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Geneva
Associated Press
Thaly
League of Lions
Greece
Belgium
Sweden
Uruguay
Italy
League For
League
League of Nations
Council of Ambassidors
Count Quinunés de Leary
Paris
Andy Tovdis
Signor Salandra
Taly
Oassat
Rtebert Ceuille
Great Britain
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Tuader
Gane
Haliuar Rantiog
Aclagh Urvarred
Signer Salandre
AL. Politis
Salandea Heal
Ihe Ten
M. Iymansa
M. Talitis
Street Crash Claims Child's Life After Severe Injuries
A traffic collision left a child dead and the driver detained as investigators review the case. The heavy truck reportedly ran over the victim, who was transported by ambulance to the hospital, where doctors pronounced the death. Pending police action, authorities await further findings.
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St. Virwents
Ries
Ko Smith
Phesan
Leke
Ericegeny
S.A
Yale Teachers in China Safe After Earthquake
Yale staff aboard in China are unharmed after a major quake. The Canadian Pacific liner carrying several Yale appointees fouled its propeller amid debris but sustained no further damage or injuries. Listed aboard were Francis Comstock of New Haven and Dr. Phil Ho Greene, Upner Montelair, Paul Penfield of Brigleweed New Jersey, and Mr. and Mrs Ralph W. Powell of Tanaalich.
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NEW Tavem
Fale Dn
Nina
Changsha
Osyere
Canada
Canadian Pacific Steam Ship Company
Ward
Yale
China
Francis Comstock
New Haven
Phil Ho
Greene
Upner Montelair
N. J
Paul Penfield
Brigleweed
Ny J
M Ralph Www
Powell
Ui Tanaalich
Youths charged with hold up of restaurant here
Two youths, Raymond Hood and William Weber, were arrested after confessing to the August 29 robbery of Jodeph Thompson's Broad Street restaurant. A revolver, $23, and a stolen sandwich were involved as detectives traced the suspects from a police stakeout to the crime scene. Both teens, from Boston, said it was their first arrest and claimed to have worked various jobs before the crime.
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Jodeph Thompson
Broad Street
Raymond Hood
Wiliam Weber I
Boston
Bonda
Weber
Wen
Hia
Porker
Thompanit
Operators and Miners Near Agreement Across Dispute
Governor Pinchot announced progress toward settling the anthracite coal strike as talks between operators and miners neared a full agreement. Key sticking points include a ten percent wage raise and union dues check off, with a tentative accord on limits and contract miners' pay.
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Harrisburg
Associated Press
Pinecot
Pennsylvania
Fed
Lewis
Pinchot
Eanl
Finchar
Warrin
Jierators
Devtarerd
Four Killed in Massive Powder Explosion at Port
A blast on the Tariker River banks wounded score and killed twenty-seven persons as thousands of boxes of smokeless powder were transported from Purges to Freight. A second explosion followed, hampering rescue work and raising fears of further casualties as workers evacuated and authorities issued warnings.
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London
Tariker
Tokio Inferno Eyewitness Reports City Relief Drive
Eyewitness accounts describe a massive blaze in Tokio and city relief actions underway. A Red Cross campaign on opening day in Bridgeport collected 2,421,236 dollars in large single donations and pledges to aid victims.
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Tokio
Bridgeport
Bridgeport Red Cross Drive Surpasses Quota With Donations
Bridgeport volunteers raise 2421.36 for Yokohama and Tokio earthquake relief on day one. Banks and individuals contribute generously, with Bassick Co. and City Savings Bank staff and leaders giving significant checks. canvass continues with hopes to top yesterday’s total.
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Wilhwe W W. Burns
Edgar Basgick
Bassick Commons
A. C. Wheeler
Red Cross
Judge Wolfe Finds French Status Good
Judge Triste Wolfe of Superior court returns decision on France status amid war recovery efforts. The ruling affirms that the situation requires continued care, with two dozen injured workers cited as refugees facing ongoing challenges. The judge notes attempts to balance penalties and remedies, urging opportunities for a fair settlement to cover wartime costs and restitutions.
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Triste Wolfe
Superior Court
Destroyers Arrive at Yokohama Japan
Three American destroyers arrived in Yokohama at noon yesterday and took on three hundred American sailors for transfer. The arrival marked a movement of U S naval forces to the port with military purpose and coordination with allied units.
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Tomioka
Japan
Associated Press
Yokohama
Bridgeport Responds to Japan Appeal With Donations
Bridgeport in Ready Response to Help Japan shows a strong local surge as Red Cross workers tally yesterday’s gifts. Banks including Bridgeport First National and City Savings report 1508.50 in subscriptions across numerous institutions and hundreds of contributors aiding the relief campaign.
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Lb. M. Read Company
Mowland
Red Cross
Howland's
D. AL Read Company
City Savings Banke
Mowlari
Nathaniel
Wootenoek
Anil
Bridgeport
Japan
Bridgeport First National 37Ity Savings Bank
Bridgeport Trust Co
City, National Banke Newfield Bank
West End Bank
Bridgeport Savings Bank
Mechanics Savings Bank
American Bank and Trust
North End Bank
Commercial Bank
Bridgeport First National
Ai Mechanical Savings Bank
American Bank & Trust
City Savings Bank
Father of Hawkes Tennis Champion Killed in Tokio
Sept 6 telegram reports Australian tennis star John B Hawkes withdraws from the Invitation tournament after learning his father died in the Tokio earthquake. Fellow players J M McInnes and W B Schlessinger retire in sympathy. Japanese stars including Seimizu also withdraw due to the disaster.
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Tokio
Queenwich
John
J. M. McInnes
W. B. Schlessicner
Honolulu
Associated Press
Has
Wan Shinpo
Sendai
Japan
Flames Engulfed Tokyo After Great Earthquake Disaster
Honolulu dispatch describes the Tokyo area devastation as the first great quake struck without warning at 11:65 p.m. Saturday, collapsing most buildings. Fires followed, martial law declared, and emergency leaders appointed as casualties rise including noble officials. Continued on Page 20.
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Tokio
Keragewer
Nagoya
Avmort
Hondo
Sacami
Martial Flaw
Fukuda
Tolesp’ J
Admiral Nomaguch
Yokosuka Naval Base
Wait
Appalling Nature of Quake Told by Meagre Messages
Reports from London describe the Japanese earthquake fire and tsunami as the worst modern catastrophe. Messages from Yokohama and Tokyo Bay indicate foreign deaths around seventy, with broader losses in the hundreds of thousands possible. Communications remain disrupted, but overall news today is more hopeful, though details are still uncertain.
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London
Associated Beer
Creagre
Europe
Japan
Tokio Bay
Yokohama
Response to Japanese Aid Appeal Draws Generous Support
Washington reports continued pledges to the Red Cross relief appeal for Japan earthquake victims. Officials note a minimum target of 5 000 000 and expect many contributions by Monday. Local totals include 170 300 raised directly in Boston, with a 255 000 quota met nationally. The Red Cross executive committee works to accelerate relief measures as shipments of supplies proceed.
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Red Cross
Earth
Japan
Sunvlies Shinved
The
Cross
Laves
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