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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1923
Page
2
A train derailment near Boston after a switch failure killed two railway workers. Investigators say crew failed to take the switch correctly. The accident disrupted service and prompted emergency responses.
Bridgeport Red Cross workers reported over fifteen thousand dollars raised to aid Japan earthquake victims. The drive, aided by New Haven and Hartford line disaster reports, included donations from local banks and firms and a “friend” who gave twenty five dollars without leaving a name. Financial totals and ongoing collection efforts were to be tallied in coming days.
New York report details improved business conditions and Washington estimate of 10 760 000 cotton bales for the year. Demand in futures runs hot, exchange clerks work nights to balance records as prices surge from 20 3 4 cents to 38 cents for October delivery, lifting value by about 400 000 dollars to southern planters.
Walter S. Ward a wealthy baker goes on trial in Supreme Court in White Plains for the murder of Clarence Waters an ex marine 16 months ago. The indictment and jury panel process are described with defense and prosecution arguments and concerns about voir dire and potential delays.
The transport Meigs left Manila for Japan carrying over one million dollars in relief supplies for earthquake victims. The ship's cargo included 960,590 dollars in army goods.
A day of three crashes left five injured. Albert Rotto of 26 Calhoun avenue faced arrest for driving without a license after his car struck an eight year old boy, who was treated at Emergency hospital and released on bond. Jerid Sweet of 1545 North avenue collided with Rotto’s car, sustaining minor lacerations. In another Park and Maplewood Ave collision, Sweet swerved, injuring himself and causing damage to his car. he was treated at Emergency hospital. A separate crash on the Saugatuck Post road involved Carl G. Lindquist, George H. Lockwood, and H W Peckham. their auto struck a motor truck, overturned, with all three shaken but later recovering.
Five persons injured in automobile accidents in the city, with three fatalities under coroner reports in Andangs. A drive raises Japanese Relief funds via the local Red Cross with over $15,000 contributed. Uncertain cases include arrests for liquor, legal battles, and civic shifts.
New York on September 11 reports that building in American cities during August rose 13.99 percent from a year earlier, totaling $206,240,374. New York City led with expenditures of $47,920,60s, the heaviest since May, per Dun's Review statistics.
Japanese Foreign Minister says 60,000 bodies had been cremated by Sept 3 with many still unrecovered. Up to Sept 6, 1,319 shocks were recorded. The quake area spans seven prefectures from Tokyo to Izu, affecting six million people and vast property. The capital was reportedly to be moved from Tokyo. industrial and publishing firms planned temporary relocation. Prince Regent relocated to a tent palace while officials assess damage.
In South Bend Indiana between 1000 and 1500 Black residents reportedly left the city in the last 24 hours after a threatening letter was received by a prominent local Black leader. No violence has occurred yet, but many fled fearing for their safety.
Thirty one applicants sought citizenship under the 1923 law. Judge Frank Haines admitted three women after oral exams while Allan F. Church, U.S. Naturalization Commissioner, recommended. others were denied or continued for further study due to missing records or failures to file arrival certificates. The report notes exemptions argued during World War I and cites Hol day observances influencing proceedings.
The ZR-1 airship completed a successful eleven and a half hour flight visiting New York Philadelphia and other coastal cities. Crew of 92 officers and men reported a steady voyage with six engines running and maximum altitude around 7 000 feet. Commander McCrary praised the trip as satisfactory noting minor adjustments remain before the next flight.
A city police case highlights mothers jailed for rum selling facing child care gaps. Mary Novo natko, 84 Henry Street, jailed and fined after confessing to distilling whiskey. Her husband, with eight children, refused custody, prompting police to intervene to care for the four month old. Another mother, Minnie Darbiss, held with a two month old, awaits arraignment. Stella Dungzinski and Malvina Corrica face jail or fines for liquor law violations.
The Bridgeport Sunday Post reveals how the President met Grace Goodhue Coolidge through a college prank, a tale of romance forged in New England tradition. It describes how the bashful youth and the First Lady navigated obstacles, shaping a lasting courtship.
Hartford September 11 Commissioner of Motor Vehicles Robbins B Styackel announced a sweeping suspension policy for reck less driving. Licenses of all operators convicted will be suspended forthwith with hearings required for any exception. This drastic measure aims to cut traffic hazards as 2,408 licenses were suspended so far this year, over four times last year's pace, including 423 in August.
Westport residents approved financing plans to tear up the old street car tracks along the shoreline and authorize a bus service from North Main Street to Compo Beach. The date to start service was not yet determined as a town meeting discussed transportation changes. The streetcar link to the railroad was set to continue to operate.
A Fairfield meeting backs Rev. Ailen E. Beeman for the town school committee seat. Committees chosen to educate voters and circulate letters on Beeman's independent candidacy. In Berlin a semi official communique says conversations occur with “the power ers” and French envoy on the Ruhr situation as Germany aims to restore production and negotiate reparations.
Washington reports Representative Martin Madden of Chicago, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee and a Republican leader, collapsed from a heart attack at his home. He was en route to his office when the incident occurred and remained in critical condition as doctors anticipated a possible fatal outcome.
Ten defendants faced Judge Arthust F. Ells at the opening session of the Criminal Superior court. Nineteen pleas entered not guilty, four pled guilty, with several cases continued for jury trial. Minor defendants, including Steve Jankara and Kester Wells, received suspended or short terms, while others faced separate offenses and restitution actions.
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