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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1922

Page

2

Poindexter Faces McManin STF Primary Battle Seattle

Washington Senate race heating as Miles Poindexter seeks renomination. Opponents target his record on Four Power Treaty seating of Newberry and labor stance. Republican contenders include Mrs Frances Axtell and George Lamping with other minor candidates noted.

Seattle Wash Miles Poindexter United States Washingon Fransees Cleveland Axtell Bellingham Poindexter Spokane Axtel Washington Federal Employeee Compensation Commission Washington State Organization For Newberry Senate Aytell Railway Men‘s Political Club State Federation of Labor Grasee Farmers and Labor Labor George B. Lamping State Senate

Boxing card at New York Velodrome postponed to next Monday

The boxing card scheduled for last Monday night at the New York Velodrome has been postponed to next Monday night. The program included two twelve round bouts with Kid Sullivan versus Sammy Seiger and Sammy Nash versus Danny Lee, plus six and four round preliminaries featuring Murray Fayton, Phil Rosenberg, Jim Montgomery, Billy Hamilton, Louis Gugani, and Sid Terris.

New York Kid Sullivan Sammy Seiger Sammy Nash Danny Lee Murray Fayton Phil Rosenberg Jim Montgomery Billy Hamiliton Louis Gugani Sid Terris

Jacks to meet Engle in Ridgewood Club boxing clash

Freddie Jacks, Detroit featherweight, meets Frankie Engle in a twelve round feature at Ridgewood Sporting Club this Saturday. Semi final pairs Frank Quill of Boston with Joeenahan of Staten Island. Also on the card are one six round and one four round bout.

Freddie Jacks Frankie Engle Detroit Ridgewood Sporting Club Frank Quill Boston Joeenahan Staten Island

Blaze at Adams Ice Cream Cone Co. produces small fire

Sparks from a machine at Adams Ice Cream Cone Company, 743 Main Street, ignited a small blaze at 9:30 last night. Fire caused no damage.

Adams Ice Cream Cone Company Main Street

Waltz Seeks Big Match After New England Title

Sammy Waltz the junior lightweight champion of New England now lives in Brooklyn. He aims to face top contenders Peppe, Martin, Charlie Beech er, Johnny Ressler, or Babe Herman to test his growing pair of skills in future bouts.

Sammy Waltz New England Brooklyn Peppe Martin Charlie Beecher Johnny Ressler Babe Herman

Oxford man arrested for DUI at Fairfield and Middle

Alger Odmark of Oxford place Southport was arrested yesterday afternoon on a liquor charge after driving under the influence near Fairfield avenue and Middle street. He was held at headquarters under bond of 200 dollars.

Alger Odmark Oxford Place Southport Ubal Fairfield Avenue Middle Street Odmerk

Arrests Reported for Court Absence and Domesticated Animals

Leopold Kurasky, 146 Hancock Avenue, arrested on a warrant for failing to appear before juvenile court. Bond set at 15. Michael Kish, 608 Auburn Street, arrested for failing to comply with a commissioner of domicile animals order. Bond set at 50.

Imorniak Leopold Kurasky Hancock Averide Third Precinct Michael Kish Axburn Street

Bicycle Stolen From City Street Near State and Water

William Blyzinski of 57 Water Street reported a bicycle theft yesterday afternoon. He believes the bike was taken from the curb near State and Water streets.

Wiliam Blyzinski Water Street State and Water Streets

Turkish Army Advances Toward Smyrna Amid Diplomatic Talks

Reports say Turkish forces near Smyrna press toward the city while negotiations hint at Greek settlement leverage. International efforts seek to prevent a broader Dardanelles crisis as factions weigh peace with Western powers and potential league actions.

Great Britain Dardanelles Firgi Tar Robert Fchoo Turkey League

Executives Board Maps Democratic Campaign Plan

At a Democratic Executive Committee meeting Town Chairman Cornell Ingenips outlined plans to begin the campaign after nominating conventions. Most members attended. No discussion of candidates or delegate selection occurred, and the City convention would regulate itself. A Bridgeport practice would influence delegate allocation, but no unfair division is anticipated. There is no stirring division in the Democratic race for U S Senator among the party.

Cormitese Mieganven- Hon Bridgeport Jerse Cornell United States

Record liquor hauls in Stratford homes

Federal agents and Stratford police seized 42 gallons moonshine 10 gallons raw alcohol a ten gallon still 10 bottles of coloring agent and other liquor at John Pasuit home on Cannan road and found a five gallon still a cook and two bottles at William Wail 180 Seardaiey avenue. Sworn before U S Commissioner Hugh J Lavery for hearing. Officers Holmes Hinman Doolan Flaherty and Wardwell assisted.

Stratford Prohibition Stratfors iNleik Ugquor Tricen Herg John Pasuit Cannan Road Wiliam Seardaiey Avenue U. S Hugh J. Lavery Leonard Holmes Hinman, Doolan Flaherty Wardwell

Lafayette Grld Prospects Bright For 1928 Team

Lafayette College faces September 3 with a strong prospectus as Arthur Delbie leads the line and stock Sutherland oversees pre-season camp. Key veterans O Connell and others return to rebuild a squad aiming to match last year’s undefeated campaign and Eastern title hopes.

Rel Dry “Stock” Sutherland Milt O'Connell Ogonnell Pebble O'Connell Lafayette Acavon Dutch Schwab Charley Berry Wrihe Ilart Bilioie Veteran Athletes’ Association of Philadelphia Sutherland Seigel Gougter

Abandoned 47 Miners Feared Dead in Mine Inferno

An official statement by Dr L H Dus Ishak of the state industrial accident commission reports that 47 miners entombed in the Mount doon shaft face deadly fumes and fast burning flames. Experts warn exposure to carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide can prove fatal within minutes.

Jacesox Cai Moundoon Cha Arsonact L. H. Dus- Ishak State Industrial Accident Commission Br. Duschak

Sympathy Offered Family of Late John A Leonard

A New Sixth District Republican meeting offered condolences to the Leonard family and planned outreach. A membership drive with a prize encouraged nominating candidates in September. The next meeting was called for September 21 with officers and ward chairs named. Democratic and women's club activities were reported, including installations and a joint meeting with the men's club planned for an entertainment and banquet. Voters registration plans were discussed by the Third District Democratic club.

Republian John A. Loaned Farm Town Leonard Sandy Twlip Patrick O'Brien Ant Joseph Schulz Histies Thomas Jenners Wisbet Indies” Organization North Avenue Pasquace View Patricl O'Brien A. J. Knapp Sisch District Republican Club Inc Sixth District Democratie Clus Wrohien Mia Edith Bush Catherine Whelan Jang Anderson Annie Carroll Deioocratic Club

Football forbidden for girls in London study

A London committee on girls physical education, formed at the College of Prospective Teachers, found football the only sport strongly condemned for girls while lacrosse cricket and swimming were praised. The survey of 245 doctors 185 superintendents and 169 female students noted physical training fosters public spirit courage and resourcefulness.

London Cotete of Proceptores Almos Seloty Helddall I! Hamea la~ Crosse Nhysicur

Senate Passes Coal Bill in 40 to 7 Vote

The Senate approved the coal bill by a 40 to 7 margin amid wartime price concerns. Officials noted government aims to curb excessive profits and ensure fair distribution, with discussions continuing in a lengthy behind the scenes conference among regional representatives.

Senate

Federal Men Raid Longacre Hotel In New York Raid

Federal agents and attorneys conducted a raid on the Longacre Hotel in New York uncovering a narcotics operation. Officers described meeting a bell boy with a sealed envelope containing morphine, heroin, or cocaine, tied to key delivery and a string of charges for auto hire and service entries. Police also raided opium dens in Chinatown, arresting 10 Chinese suspects and seizing opium and outfits after failing to breach reinforced doors and securing escape routes.

Bell Fiberty Central Parc Maxton New York Chinatown Wulding

New York Unions Call Daugherty Impeachment Move

The Central Tribes and Labor Council adopted a resolution urging the impeachment of Attorney General Daugherty over the shop crafts injunction and railroad ownership issues. The council claims 890,000 affiliated union workers in the metropolitan area. Carlisle Pa Sept 7 Glenn Killinger, all American quarterback, began coaching Dickinson College football with 25 veterans and new men at the Blue Ridge training camp for an eight day period.

New York Central Tribes and Labor Counci Tonigh Daugherty Carlisle Glenn Killinger Dickinson College Tranz Blue Ridge

Bridgeport Mayor Faces Charter Petition Drive for City Charter

Bridgeport mayor Atwater may place a November vote on whether to appoint a commission to draft a city charter after receiving 4342 valid signatures from residents. The petition sheets, stamped by Notary Stanley M. Smith, claim 10 percent of registered voters, about 3782 names, are required for submission.

Georgeg Yoele Éng Ely Bridgeport Bridgenore Atwater Wey Town Gierk Winton Mevop Senatar Stanley M Smith Coue Son Fred Atwater Bridgeport Conn Chanter Connecticut Beal

San Francisco Wettest City and Harbor Coast Reforms

San Francisco remains the wettest big city with widespread wine and liquor scenes, while the Barbary Coast and Bartlett Alley areas show decline in vice. The piece contrasts plentiful drinking, dry reforms, and shifts in streetlife and prostitution, noting fewer street soliciting women and a drift to upstairs venues and suppressive policing.

Four Aeronauts Die After Plane Crash In Massachusetts

A group of aviators including Lieutenant Maynard perished when their plane plunged into a nose dive from about 2,000 feet during an exhibition near Lani, Massachusetts. Maynard and two companions died. another flyer survived briefly before dying on the way to hospital. The crash occurred after a prior stunt sequence that had drawn large crowds, Governor Hartness among witnesses. Maynard, once famed for a transcontinental flight and a Hudson River aerial marriage ceremony, had been an army aviator and later a civilian flier.

Lani Mass Maynard Jerutenant Wood Chaonette Lany Lizurenant May Ware Wendy Deer Watt Hartneas Ala Anit Lisut Maynard Nig Howe Ataynard N. C American Legion New York Belvin Maynard San Hudson Wilson Bertaud Misa Helen Virginia Lent

Samuel Gompers Praises Miss Washington at Atlantic Fete

Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, at an Atlantic City beauty pageant, voices admiration for Miss Washington Margaret Gorman while noting the difficulty of selecting the top contestant. He praises her as representing the ideal American womanhood and homemaker responsibilities.

Samuel Gompers Atlantic City America Federation of Labor United States Gommers Washington Howaver Margaret Gorman Washington, D. C Avila

Delegates Named by Democrats at Wilton Meeting

At Wilton Town Hall last evening Democrats elected delegates to state county and probate conventions. District reps include William Hubball David Hayes for state, Helen and George C. Gregory for general, B Sauta and Charles Gregory for gubernatorial, Henry G. Thompson and Frank O'Neil for county, Oscar Enkwood and George E. Taylor for probate. Republican town committee also elected. next meeting set for Saturday to select town officers candidates.

Wilton Sept. T Addéuy Thompson Georg Gregory Haliot Thoes William Hubball David &Ayes Helen George C. Gregary B Sauta Charles Gregory Heary G. Thompacy Frank O'Neil Oscar Enkwood George E.taylor Ulmer Jacksane Y 1 Ag Yirs Enek Iitken Louis Adher Charles Beannett SronpRetos Wenexe Harry Millen Jane Fisher Vannorille Ernest Riscos Miss Manile Thuscasrom Bald Hills Theodora Olmstead Aliss Ikaklons Lmer Vin Bernuth New Tork George Thompson Florence Deonard Aimeanta Edith A. Cony Waytengs South Africa Jy Visttie F. R. Bunker Mise the Hart New Hampshire Wilton Mercantile Company R. Heeler

Havre de Grace Season Opens September 20

Havre de Grace in Maryland announces the opening of its autumn meeting on September 20 with the $11,000 Eastern Shore Handicap for two year olds at six furlongs. The meet showcases owner ship by Wondsry and Merylang, with past winners Morvieh, Curetut, and Con stann t.

Avee DE Grace Maryland Thorsoughbeend Produetiy Wdnsry Merylang Roeing Havre de Grace Matseyland

American warships deployed to protect citizens

Washington dispatch reports estimate fewer than fifty Americans in Smyrna area. U S destroyers would shield citizens and property if the Aved is located, under Rear Admiral Bribitel acting high commissioner at Constantinople.

Washington State Department Smyrna Turkey Brbitel Constantinanle

Auto Supply Dealer Files Bankruptcy Plea

Auto supply dealer based at 14 Te Street faces bankruptcy with debts around 4945 and assets 2243.45. Building securing the business valued at 1700. Creditors' meeting set for Tuesday September 72.

Ames Kaspas

Walter Gets Option on London Times

Spectator notes that Lord Northelltte directs in his will to grant Japhnt Walter an option to purchase the Sarthe NOWi ings in the London Times. Walter will exercise the option and may become proprietor of the Times.

Londion Seppe Vyre Spectator Lord Northelltte Japhnt Walter London Times Wailer Pzaln The Times

Train Crash Kills and Injures Many Near Spokane

At Parkwater four miles from Spokane late tonight, Northern Pacific Mississippi Valley Limited train No 41 crashed head on into a work train. Three million ad men were killed and injured? The report mentions fatalities and injuries among passengers and workers. A cook with skill in desserts is oddly noted amid the wreck.

Spokane, Warh Parkwater Spokane

Annulment of Rail Injunction Questioned by Officials

Executives report differing views since a New York meeting on the rail strike and possible modification of the temporary injunction. Government sources indicate no broad alteration in the Chicago injunction while hints of possible changes from the administration emerge. In New Haven, John De Ready of the railroad federation was served with a government restraining order, and James P Noonan of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers faced service of the same order.

Daugherty Remy New Haven John de Ready New Haven System Federation New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Prom N Chicago United States David Miller Noonan Washington James P. Noonan International Smotherhood of Electrical Workers

Hanrahan Held for Superior Court in Hartford Case

John Hanrahan, arrested Saturday by railroad detectives for tampering with a locomotive, is held in 3500 bail for the September term of the Superior Court by Judge Lev M. P. Hisliny. He pleaded not guilty to a breach of the pass charge and waived examination. Prosecutor Pearcy Bryant said a police court lacked jurisdiction if proven. A Connecticut statute makes locomotive interference a crime with penalties up to 590 dollars or two to three years in prison.

Harryford John Hanraham Banda Lev MM. P. Hisliny East Marctford Hanrahan Pearcy Bryant Sid Connecticut Bath

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