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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1928

Page

7

Three Master Integral Cleared of Liquor After Inspection

The three master seaboat Integral carrying lumber at West End Lumber wharf was found free of contraband. Edward B. Doolan head of the local prohibition squad announced yesterday the vessel had no liquor aboard upon unloading. The ship, once suspected as a rum runner, is expected to clear port today. Master Captain E Kohler defended the vessel, noting no liquor aboard since his command began. Integral operates in the American-Canadian coastal trade from Mulgrave Nova Scotia.

Integral Ents West End Lumber Company Edward B. Doolan Prohibition Squad Doolan E. Kohler Amer Coastal Trade Service Mulgrave Nova Scotia

Stamford auto dealer sought in forged notes scheme

Stamford authorities pursue Rubin Motor Sales founder Rubin and associates after letters to discount companies were forged. Victims include Appleton Eldridge of New York and Economy Finance Newark. total losses around 75060 dollars. Rubin left for Boston after sale of home. a wife and two children are involved.

Sta Stravitz Rubin Festa Imediately Katz Kin Stamford Mote Dean Ubin Dictim Ti S Appleton and Eldridge New York Economy Finance Company Newark Spelke Boston Shippan, Avenue Jesse Lomberdo M Lombardo Rubin Motor Sales Company Ohio

Trainer blamed as Miss Ederle’s swim is thwarted

Controversy erupts over trainer Wolffe after Gertrude Ederle’s 21 mile swim falls short. Coach Hanley says rough water and an alleged intrusion affected a young swimmer. Miss Ederle denies illness or dizziness and refutes eating claims. Officials plan to hear Wolffe’s response.

Gertie Wolffe Miss Ederle Miss Jets M Ederle Miss Fierle Mauratania Edgerle Conversa Handley Swim Association Wolre Mderle

Coolidge Backing Kellogg Action On Meeting

President Coolidge voices support for Kellogg’s course regarding a meeting. Senator Borah compares Saklatvala writings to Pitt on liberty and human rights. Telegrams flood in for his stance while publicizing none. Informants say several delegates may be more radical and prone to Bolshevik propaganda, but no exclusions have been decided.

Saklatvala Borah Pitt

Hart Accused of False Report

Mrs Dean’s affidavit describes alleged 1922 actions by Colonel Hart tied to a telegram and society magazine writings about General Rogers. War Department ordered an immediate investigation now with Maj. Gen. Hines, inspector general review pending court martial or other action. If convicted, Hart faces possible dismissal, retirement, or await further instructions.

Hart Weeks Quartermaster Corps General Rogers Case Hine War Department John L. Hines Rogers Digmingal Army Whief Dean Society Magazine General Hart J. (. Scherman H. Hart New York City Het Washington Ington

LaFollette Opens Campaign in Wisconsin Senate Race

Robert M. LaFollette Jr. launched his final campaign drive by touring Stevens Point on September 18. Anti LaFollette factions fought over Independent candidates as Daniel Woodward withdrew after a Ku Klux Klan endorsement controversy. C B Lewis of the Klan distanced the group from Roy Wilcox but did not name a preferred candidate.

Milwaukee Wis United States Robert M. LaFollette, Jr Stevens Point Daniel Woodward Woodward C. B. Lewis Imperial Ku Klux Klan Wisconsin Roy P. Wilcox Lewis

Firemen Haircut Controversy Sparks Board Meeting

President Henry N. McCathron of the Board of Fire Commissioners commented on a protest by the local barbers' union alleging firemen in houses are cutting children's hair without state licenses. He said he needs to investigate before action and noted the issue concerns cut-rate neighborhood barber shops at city fire houses. The barbers seek the matter be reviewed at the upcoming commission meeting in a few weeks.

Henry N. McCathron Board of Fire Commissioners Barbers’ Union MacCathron Board of Commissionerr Union Benjamin Juialo

Hunts assailants with rifle. 1 held

John Vannek thirty six of 39 Charlotte street armed with a .22 rifle went out last night about 8 o clock to search for three men he said had assaulted him earlier. He was found and disarmed by a police officer and held on breach of the peace with no bond. police deem him possibly not in his right mind.

John Vannek Charlotte Street Vannek Hogan Sixth Democratic Club Cujlinan Democratic Organization Club John T. Sheahan Democratic Executive Board John J. McGuinness John A. Cornell Bridget Hughes Margaret Malloy Seventh District Wall Street Mr. Cullinan Joseph J. Devine Mary McDermott William K. Ryan James Casey Devine

JAPAN PARLIAMENT IN FLAMES NO LIVES LOST

In Tokyo fire destroyed the Japanese houses of parliament with Charge D Affaires Neville reporting no deaths. He could not estimate damages. In Bolivia, a state of siege was decreed for Ti a Paz Gruro and Cochabamba provinces. Politicians were jailed and deportations occurred as telegraphic censorship was set up.

Washington Neville Tokio State Department LA Paz Bolivia Tia Paz Gruro Cochabantha Joe Gabino Vdlancuva Arica Chile

Postmaster Indicted in Portland Fraud Case

Portland Me Sept 18 Tar Fred 3 voy postmaster at Portlyde indicted by the federal grand jury which reported 44 indictments today He is charged with converting to his own use 625 in government funds.

Portland Fred 3 Voy Port ‘Lyde

Riots In Mass Klan Clash Injure Several In North Brookfield

In North Brookfield two men, Daniel Harrington and Wallace Foote, were arrested for rioting after a large clash between Ku Klux Klan sympathizers and townspeople in the town square. Police and-state troopers faced a hostile crowd with rocks and eggs. Chief Steven Quill was overpowered and disarmed. A Worcester report notes one man shot and multiple injuries as a Klan meeting sparked the violence.

North Brookfield Mas Daniel Harrington Wallace Foote Steven Quill Edmund V. Downey Oxford Barracks Worcester Mass

Cullinan Backed by Democrats in City Mayor Race

Bridgeport Democrats rally behind Thomas M. Cullinan as mayoral hopeful, urging unity to oust “bossism.” Hogan lauds Cullinan and calls for broad party support including independents, with districts set to prize slips for votes won.

Bridgeport Democratic Party Hogan Thomas M. Cullinan

Flyer breaks 6 miles in minute record for seaplanes

A flyer accelerates to six miles in one minute, surpassing the French aviator Florentin Bonnet’s prior 278 mph mark set last December. The aircraft heads to Manhasset Bay for pontoons to prepare for a four mile trial ahead of the Jacques Schneider Trophy race in Baltimore later in October. The Schneider race is an international seaplane event emphasizing seaworthiness and speed.

Adjt Florentin Bonnet Manhassett Bay Este Baltimors J

Hold Contractor in Ditch Fatality Court Hearing

Stamford on September 18 Special William Devitt of 503 Main Street was arrested on a manslaughter charge after an infant, John Girgershiro, drowned August 1 near an uncovered ditch. Deputy Coroner Henry Stevenson ruled the plumber failed to take proper precautions. bail set at 1000 dollars and a Monday court hearing scheduled.

Stamford Wiliam Devitt Main Street Sity John Girgershiro Henry Stevenson Devitt

Prohibition Report Backed by Federal Council of Churches

The Federal Council of Churches issued to the Associated Press a statement by its Administrative commission affirming the authenticity of the six part report on prohibition conditions. The dispute arose after Dr Clarence True Wilson questioned its authority. The council noted committee structure explains limited involvement by the executive committee.

New York Federal Council of Churches Associated Press Administrative Commission Washington Research and Education Department Council Clarence True Wilson Methodist Church of America Wilson John A. Marquis

Plane Crash Near Branford Leaves Uncertain Fatalities

Witnesses along the riverbank reported a plane nose diving into the water while conflicting stories described whether one or two men were aboard. Pratt is believed connected to the event as his automobile was found in Branford, amid questions about who was aboard.

Pratt Branford

City Jewish New Year observances mark difference from Gentile rites

Rabbi Jacob Meyerovitz of Park Avenue temple described the Jewish New Year as distinct from Gentile celebrations with no midnight ringing or revelry. Orthodox Jews will avoid travel. many families will gather for supper and church services. Over 400 attended last night’s service at Park Avenue temple where elaborate rituals and anthems were sung. Meyerovitz warned of rising militarism and potential new wars in Europe as he reflected on his trip. He traced calendar origins and noted Gregorian adoption in England in 1752. Elaborate Orthodox services were held in several synagogues including United Hebrew Orthodox Congregation and Adath Tsras.

Rabii Jacob Meyerovitz Park Avenue Temple Rabbi Meyerovitz Jacob Meyerovitz Arope Elmer Beardaley United Church Joseph Wieler Bartten Donald J. Ruland Florence Kjeln Bishop May EB Hard Willa F E. Miller Rabu Meyerovitz Europe Poland Lithuania Latvia Rabbi Meyarovita Meyerovitz Englend United Hebrew Orthodox Congregation Congregation Adath Tsras Ahavas Achim Anshet Libowitz Nusach Hari Avath Achim Bikur Cholman Ein Jacob

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