Wadoo Opposes Modification Of Prohibition Law
Former secretary William G. Mundoo argues that modifying the Volstead Act would turn lunch rooms and drug stores into saloons, inviting youth to drink and undo the Prohibition Amendment. He warns that licensing light wines and beer would nullify the ban and empower liquor interests, undermining protections for women and children.
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New York
Wiliam G. Mundoo
Treasury
Whrblic
Congress
Liquor for Navy Medicine Cut Off in New Order
Washington September order from the bureau of medicine and surgery ends whiskey issue to naval vessels for medicinal use. Medical supply depots may not issue whiskey except to ten hospitals, and no further purchases will be made once current stocks run dry. The on hand supply should last two or three weeks.
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Washington
United States Navy
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Medical Department of the Navy
Former Senator Crane In Serious Condition
In Pittsfield Massachusetts on a September night former Senator W. Murray Crane is reported in serious condition due to heart weakness and impaired circulation. He is conscious but weakening while Dr Bruce W Paddock attends and Mrs Crane sits with him.
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Pittsfield
Mass
W. Murray Crane
Bruce W. Paddock
Clemenceau Plans Himalaya Climb From Marseille to India
Paris reports that French Premier Georges Clemenceau, rested after summer on the Vendean coast, intends to climb the Himalaya mountains. He will sail from Marseilles on September 20 for India, following his return from the coast.
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Clemenceau
Himalaya
Paris
Georges Clemenceau
France
Vendean
Nimalaya Mountains
Fron Marcellies
India
Go West Young Woman Advice From New Thought Advocate
Mrs Towne the New Thought advocate urges unmarried women to move west of the Mississippi amid a reported 76 000 surplus women in Massachusetts and New England. She proposes conscripting single women to relocate to wheat fields to find marriage and domestic purpose.
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Marcy
Wanboth Towne
New Thought Advocate
Massachusi &O
Mississippi
Harding Outlines Policy for Farms at Minnesota Fair
Senator Harding delivered his first major campaign policy address on farm issues to a large audience at the Minnesota State Fair in St Paul, with throngs in Minneapolis signaling strong backing through applause and parades as he concluded amid cheers.
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Minnesota State Fair
St. Paul
Minneapolis
State Fair Grounds
Hamline
Minn
Marding
St Paul
Fair Ground
Asr
Two Are Injured In Auto Collision Near Fairfield
Two men were seriously injured in a collision at Fairfield avenue and Courtland street. Andrew Do of Braga street and James Noonan of 178 Teeral street suffered head injuries and fractures and were taken to Stree’s Hospital. Driver Henry Lynge, of 181 Singlewood Avenue, was arrested for driving without a license after his truck crossed paths with a runabout driven by James Walsh. Spectators crowded the scene as cars collided and a truck tried to turn, blocking the intersection.
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Oslock
Fairfield Avenue
Courtland Street
Andrew Do
Braga Street
James Noonan
Teeral Street
Towyer
Noonan
Palfield Avenue
James Wolsi
Fadersl Street
Lymne Lyne Dyeing and Cleaning Company
State Street
Henry Wyase
Singlewood
Wesl
Lynge
Fcross
Walsh
Daniel Poland
Roosevelt to Speak Here September 17
Franklin D. Roosevelt, Democratic vice presidential candidate, will begin his New England tour in Bridgeport on September 17. Democratic town committees plan to secure a large hall for the night so residents may hear him, with a Danbury speech the next day and a night in Bridgeport likely. Most speeches will be from the rear platform of the train except for Bridgeport and Danbury stops.
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Franklin D
Danbury
Roosevelt
Democratic Town Committee
New York
Cox Says Harding's Record Eight Stands On League
Governor Cox accuses Senator Harding of eight different positions on the League of Nations during a campaign stop in Great Falls Montana. He called for a definite statement from Harding and proposed a League debate between Senator Johnson and President Taft.
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Cox
Harding
Taft
Senator Johnson
League
Xus
League of Nations
Johnson
California
Forsimr
Teft
Republican National Committee Budget Report Summary
Assistant Treasurer states the total fund reaches 5 million dollars. Witnesses substantiate two charges in part and total funds carried by the committee.
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Republican National Committee
Campaign fund allegations tie Cleveland and Chicago to GOP drive
Testimony in a Senate inquiry alleges a $400 000 Cleveland and $29 000 Allain campaign fund flow from Republican witnesses. Harry Blair of the national committee admits approving a plan for subscriptions of $5 000 and $14 90. Dudley Blossom cites Cleveland pledges and notes 74 000 pledged as the drive continues. Woodford and other Ohio witnesses referenced. Continues on Page 15.
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Chicago
Sept. S
Cox
Republican
Cleveland
Allain
Senate
Harry M. Blair
Republican National Committee
Tlair
Bulletin
Republican National
National Ways and Means Committee
Dudley S. Blossom
A. Woodford
Dusiness
Ohio
Tenta
Open Winter Ahead Weather Forecast Notes
A garbled weather item argues for heavy preparation as winter approaches. It references county forecasts, the need for overcoats, and thick coverings, mentioning expected cold conditions and birds shedding summer plumage as colder months arrive.
Confesses Killing of Rose Mckenna in Providence
A man identified as Teast. Providence confessed to shooting Miss Rose Mckenna on Barrffpton Parkway at night in September. He claimed he did not know the victim, wore a mask, and tried to rob bystanders before the police arrested him in Providence and East Providence. The interview details his claimed actions and movements during the incident.
Pope Intercedes To Save Lord Mayor MacSweeney
In Rome and London reports sketch a dramatic intervention as the Pope rents aid for Lord Mayor MacSweeney, now in Brixton Prison. Mrs MacSweeney, visiting, says a physician warned her not to speak to her husband who is said to be living on vitality. The London mayor's condition and potential canonization are debated amid foreign commentary.
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Lord Mayor
Husband
Rome
Hehalf
London
Stoeckel Sentiment Strong At State G O P Convention
Hartford dispatch notes Stoeckel backed by Connecticut Automobile Association as likely governor nominee with Wilson Walsh Templeton factions vying. Delegates assess prospects after split Bridgeport delegation and early ballot tallies. McLean and party figures address convention crowd. women’s league endorses legislative session and female support shifts debated.
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Stoeckel
Wilson
Walsh
Bill Sieinke
Hartford
Connecticut
Clifford
Judes James TF. Walsh
Greenwich
Charlon A. Templeton
Waterbury
Battell Stockel
Tassies
Donald T. Warner
Salisbury
Ase
Republisan
Pndernes
Garde
Arthur Conners
Jill Lewis
Charter Oak
Roraback
Bill Sandlend
Templeton
Tim
Yale
Bridgeport
Clifford B. Wilson
Rollins B. Stoeckel
Norfolk
Connecticut Automobile Association
Henry A Hall
Wil
Mington
Hall
Wilimington
Holland County
Jeane Ullman
New Enver
New Britain
Meriden
Tia
Watertury
Charles A. Temple
Ton
Meyer Sandland
Cirsfl
Joseph W. Alsop
Avon
Connecticut League
Republican
Uat
League
Mrs. Aigap
Tho
Earthquake Devastates Italian Towns Leaves Hundreds Dead
Italy reels from a major earthquake stretching from Rome toward the Tyrrhenian coast. Hundreds are confirmed dead with thousands injured as towns and villages lie in ruins. Improvised tents and aid stations rise as national relief bodies pour in, while fear and cold nights compound the crisis.
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Laat
Avezzano
Tuscany
Messina
Mereara
Aperia
Spezia
Flovence
Luca
Modena
Solari
Chiasa
Pioyezne
Tie
Admiral Solari
Signor Bertini
Rae Ahock
Peipsents
Masea Carrmore
Napoleon
Bus Passenger Run Over by Second Bus
William Borofsky, 7% of Madison Avenue, was struck by a bus at Semsfford and Central avenues. The second bus, numbered 1,587, allegedly left the scene after the incident. Borofsky suffered contusions on both thighs and possible pelvis fracture, treated at the emergency hospital and later moved to St. Vincent's Hospital.
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William Borofsky
Madison Avena
Semsfford
Cental
Bordteky
Carle
Mergency Hospital
Sr. Vincent's Hospital
Bridgeport Telegram line: Evening Post or Sunday Post note
The reader is advised to check Bridgeport newspapers for daily editions including the Telegram and Evening Post or Sunday Post, with guidance for online access if local print is unavailable.
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Bridgeport Telegram
Evening Post
Sunday Post
Jitney Men Strive to Sustain Service Until Trolleys Return
Jitney operators, facing a new traffic ordinance and looming curtailments, plan to keep service steady until trolley lines resume. Milkmen’s association and city officials warn of travel disruption. some jitney workers may seek work elsewhere, while others pledge to maintain routes with remaining buses as meetings continue to map future plans.
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Lokeen
Meirrea
John 33
Schwartz
Harry Prank
Milnermen
Fitley
Golden Hill Street
Waterbury
Trom
Fuseymen
Mechanics Hall
Broad Street
Cie Bua
Opening Day of Schools Sees Record Attendance Expected
Bridgeport reports 21 of 29 schools with 14182 pupils registered by late yesterday. Superintendent Slawsonwald said early figures suggest the largest first year entering class the city has had. School listings include Shelton Leroy Welles Staples Idalalroyd Sheridan May Reilly Trend Lye Callahan Bryant Eimilie Ferton Wheeler Mary Punter Islind Bruck Mayadliss Vitas Mowe Besse Howes.
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Bridgeport
Slawson Wald
Shelton
de. Leroy Welles
Staples
Idalalroyd
Sheridan
May Reilly
Trend
Lye Callahan
Bryant
Eimilie Ferton
Wheeler
Mary Punter
Islind Bruck
Mayadliss
Vitas Mowe
Besse Howes
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