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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1927
Page
11
DARTFORD Sept 11 The Connecticut Chamber of Commerce urges local chambers to erect large boards near railroad entrances to highlight community features for travelers. The plan suggests 12 to 15 foot square signs on private property with chamber signatures and cooperative appeal.
Paris news says higher duties on American manufactured goods may be suspended Pending detailed negotiations Importers worry but major U.S. manufacturers operating in France such as International Harvester American Radiator and ITT would not be affected on locally produced goods Sugar imports will resume October 1 after a 1919 ban The Bank of France guards exchange reserves amid a franc stabilization effort
Covington La Sept 11 By 45 Suduled Press Sheriff Galatas of St Tammany parish went to Calisheek yesterday to investigate charges against Prof George W Wingo principal of Talisheek High School that his wife and baby were forced to flee after threats from a band of unmasked men. He claimed they gave him fifteen minutes to pack belongings and leave, saying they would return if he stayed. He attributed the motive to disputes with some parents over his method of correction. He said he was living with a family entangled in feuds with another family.
Report notes bets and bargain prices on spy glasses and opera glasses for viewing the Tunney versus Dempsey boxing match. Observers discuss vendors selling scopes to fans, with hints of promotional schemes and staff involvement in selling gear.
A sedan rolled without driver control after the emergency brake was eased. The vehicle struck a hydrant near a house, damaging the scene as bystanders and responders worked to secure the area. No names, locations, or precise times are clearly legible in the fragment.
Pattern notes describe a one piece panel style garment with plaited front and collar for a slender line. Includes sizes 36 through 48 with bust measurements and uses Georgette crepe satin crepe and silk fabrics for a smooth silhouette.
Twenty drum corps from Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts competed in a field meet in New Britain, with contests in street parade, baton swinging, exhibitions, and playing. Prizes went to Father Matthews corps, Royal Typewater, and others. Major Harvey led a notable juvenile exhibition, and the Manchester Bagpipe Band performed in Scottish attire.
In Watertown on September 11, Grace White and Frances White, daughters of Mr and Mrs James H White, won first and second grand champion prizes at the Waeesowu Riding and Hunt club field day and horse show. Grace rode Pegasus to grand champion, Frances rode Suzette, with Mrs Roscoe Benjamin of Winsted taking third on Anna Belle.
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