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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1926

Page

2

Unclear convention dispute sparks legal and political debate

Fragmentary OCR text outlines a heated convention clash over prohibition and constitutional limits. It mentions Gleason as secretary, a statement about binding by diver opinions, and references to votes, referendums, and pending actions affecting Wadsworth and Nevaba.

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Evening schools to open Oct 4 focus on English

Evening school sessions start October 4 with emphasis on English. The program details spelling out class topics and locations are listed, noting student needs and schedule adjustments for the term.

Michigan Police Guard Convention Held Amid War Time Strife

A garbled public notice from Pace County reports Michigan police officials meeting at a convention to discuss security during wartime. The fragment references the Gfi ost Baateborg and Thelen events, with unclear details on dates and attendees.

Baateborg

I Sunshine Society Meets in Waterbury

A local gathering titled I Sunshine Society meets in Waterbury draws attendees to discuss community plans and potential events. Organizers promote charity or educational aims and invite participation from residents and local groups.

Sunshine Society Waterbury

Dropped by WGMAN for Personal Reasons

A fragmented report notes WGMAN was dropped for personal reasons with unreadable OCR fragments surrounding the action. The garbled text mentions dates, places, and names but lacks clear details or context to identify the event or parties involved.

Evotional dispute at cottage owner scene features evangelist involvement

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a cottage owner, an evangelist, and disputed interactions. Details are incomplete with garbled names and stray phrases, mentioning Banc One and community concerns. The fragment hints at a tense encounter without clear actions, dates, or locations.

Sinclair Leases Declared Invalid in Senate Hearing

Fragmented OCR text details a political controversy over Sinclair leases and alleged collusion affecting voters and public rights. It references United States districts, governance principles, and investigations, with mentions of officials, committees, and court actions. The passage blends names, dates, and places in a dense, uncertain reconstruction of a historic dispute.

Lynn Police Add Thermometer to Weapons Amid Landlord War

Lynn police under Mayor Rand issue an order to equip patrolmen with a thermometer to measure indoor heat in tenants’ homes during September nights. Officers will report readings to city officials, documenting landlord neglect and safety concerns as part of the crackdown on cruel housing conditions.

Lynn Add Lynn Wass Rand

Judge denies bail reduction plea of jailed gangsters

A group of nine men accused of attacking QLAmMent workers in Sadr fad faced a bail reduction request before Judge Warvin of Superior Criminal Court. The motion was continued to Briley as the men, arrested Friday in Mtuutord and Greenwich, are alleged to have participated in a series of armed incidents. Names listed include Harris Gloum, James Custty Corte, Max Brisa, and others. The court aims to identify all suspects by fingerprints and other means, with potential binding trial dates set for the term.

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Sherman Named Editor of Courant At Springdeld Event

Sherman selected as new editor for Courant during a September 28 gathering in Springupld. Notables from state and local politics attended along with invited guests, with speeches by Wassachusets ind inia trout notable figures and remarks by Hears IL. The afternoon program featured introductions, tributes, and thanks to departing editor, amid the hotel Kulit venue’s formal reception.

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Miners Rescued as Nearby Shaft Cave-In Draws Dawn Aid

Rescue workers near a mine where a cave in trapped miners as dawn broke. Steel supports failed and a shaft collapse left men entombed about 300 feet deep with rescuers working by hand and wooden hoists. Food and medicine sent in as brave efforts continued.

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Defense on Today in Daugherty Case

Trial proceedings continue as defense motions seek dismissal and suppressions related to the Miston King bonds. Attorneys argued over alleged conspiracies involving Merion, George, Walbaris, and others, with a two‑hour meeting behind closed doors and jurors cautioned to avoid newspaper coverage.

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Hall Mills Case Defense Planned Amid Turbulent Trial Echoes

Fragmented OCR text outlines planning of a defense in the Hall-Mills case with scattered references to participants, investigators, and court action. The garbled material mentions witnesses, trials, and investigations, suggesting a dramatic posturing around a high-profile legal proceeding.

Coroner's Inquest Pushed in Nichols Slaying Case

Coroner John J. Phelan postpones the inquest into Mrs Eliza beth Nichols of Milford as police hunt Albert Verrara. Stratford witnesses describe a kitchen confrontation that sparked the deadly clash at the restaurant. Authorities tie the motive to a volatile argument and a diving knife used during the confrontation.

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Baptist Group Meeting Scheduled Here Today

A local Baptist gathering is planned for today with sessions including prayers and addresses. Speakers include church leaders and visiting clergy, as the program details show a long afternoon schedule and expect attendees from the region.

Four Bus Firms Clash Over Passenger Pass Plan

Attorneys clash as four bus companies oppose a proposed pass plan that would raise existing fares from 16 to 19 cents on routes from the Plaza to Lordehp Beach and to Ax n Park. Weekly 10 and 11 cent passes would cover long and short routes, transferable to others, with initial test in Terre Haute cited. Hubbard argues system workable despite past faults, while CT company and others resist, fearing revenue loss and public pressure to extend similar systems.

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Arms Parley Hears Objection Of U S Defense Expenditures

The French legion argues reductions in armaments may be possible but General Nolan contends that spending for national defense neither truly measures armaments nor ensures a satisfactory method of disarmament or peace. The discussion centers on finding a balance between expenditure and achieving arms limits.

French Legion Nolan

Tax Penalty Imposed Tomorrow by Tax Collector

Tax penalties take effect tomorrow as the Tax Collector announces a final grace period for payments due on delinquent accounts. The office will remain open tonight and tomorrow to collect taxes, with 28 more delinquent taxpayers referred to the prosecuting attorney. The collector reports 13265 accounts active, with no payment totals disclosed. the month’s personal tax index has already exceeded its quota by £19000 in person tax indicts.

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Two Democrats Decline Nomination for State Convention

A letter from the Democratic Party lists no candidates for the convention. Kath John and Roger Wild are noted as potential Greenwich attendees, while Weaton is referenced as a party figure. The convention to pick nominees will be held at the State Hall Hotel tomorrow.

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Jews Observe Succoth Night Amid Memorial Services

Messy OCR text outlines Jewish observances for Succoth tonight with mentions of a memorial ceremony and Yom Kippur services. Names, places, and dates are unclear due to degraded source, but the item centers on a community observance and associated services.

Woman reports second breaking incident at local site

A blurred report describes a woman recounting a second breaking event involving misidentified persons, a return home, and an ensuing inquiry. The fragment mentions an unrelated police or court action, a figure named Herman and a dated sequence, with unclear details due to OCR errors.

Norwalk Woman Sues Artist Over Property Dispute

A Norwalk woman filed suit against an artist claiming ownership of land after a court dispute showed Wattens had purchased the land from a previous owner. The case seeks determination of title and related rights with testimony on the alleged transaction and ownership chain.

Wattens

Train Children to Be Well Wed Urges Parents Meeting

Speech by S W Graffin urges parents to raise well fed, well read, and well wed children through intimate guidance. He cites reading classics aloud to children, discussing literature, and setting a positive example as essential duties of parenting at the Fairfield council gathering attended by about 160 members.

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