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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1926
Page
2
Fragmentary text shows a chaotic scene with mentions of surface glide, damps, shafts, and rescue efforts. Multiple named terms appear incoherent, suggesting an OCR gobble of a flood or mining incident with improvised machinery and a rescue amid uncertain conditions.
Fragmented OCR describes sale of New York Sun and Telegram newspapers. References to Meney, Maney family, and Metropolitan properties. Mentions distribution, ownership changes, and conditions of the sale. Details are unclear due to corrupted text but indicates significant press property transfer and related arrangements.
A brief obituary fragment notes the death of an individual with partial names and dates unreadable in the OCR. The readable parts indicate a local notice honoring a deceased person and referencing a specific event surrounding the death.
OCR fragments describe a wedding ceremony with Mary’s, Cathal, and other names amid crowd scenes. Mentions of guests, seating, and a notable remark by Suzanne. references to Pog or Philadelph and tennis figures appear in broken form. The piece blends social notes with partial event details and scattered names.
A Milford student sustained an injury at the Milford school. Details from the incident are unclear but local reports indicate the event occurred during the school day and prompted medical evaluation. Further information on the student’s condition or hospital treatment was not immediately available.
A jury convicts Farley and the defense attorney questions the trial record. The testimony and closing statements are summarized as the jury returns a verdict and the judge schedules sentencing.
At Meriden a fatal accident occurred during a meet with one man killed and another gravely injured. A driver, Les Fox, was involved as the vehicle struck a crowd near Frit Avenue. The incident prompted urgent medical attention and spelled a tragic end for the deceased.
Five people were injured in a bus collision reported in the afternoon near a city area. The crash involved multiple vehicles and prompted emergency responders to the scene. Local officials investigated the wreck and advised seeking medical attention for those affected.
Fragmentary notes indicate a school event where boys faced taunts and responded with notable performance. Readable names and clear action are limited, but the piece suggests a campus setting with social tension and a potential outcome or reaction.
Vera Cruz suffers widespread damage after a violent gale drives wreckage ashore and churns the coastline for miles. Homes, trees, and power lines are toppled while 20 to 30 small craft are destroyed along the shore. Reports say at least four sugar refineries and several business sections sustained heavy damage as residents begin recovery efforts. Local authorities forecast more storms as cleanup begins and assess property losses.
In Westport voters debate extending election terms with a single session on merits of renters and town officers. The measure aims to reduce costs by delaying votes and extending current terms for one year.
In Danbury court news Judge Ives resigns from the bench during a tense session. The report notes changes in the judiciary and mentions political figures connected to the event amid city governance shifts.
Democrats select a candidate for Congress amid party meetings and local campaigning. The process features voters, delegates, and party officials coordinating to nominate a nominee for a statewide race.
A verbose campaign rally speech by David A Richman urged repeal of the prohibition amendment, attacked party bossism, and warned that independent voters defend liberty while consumers of party power fear loss of property. The speaker tied state expenses to wartime spending and criticized Democratic governance, urging voters to think before they vote.
Hornsby will play for the St Louis Cardinals despite the recent death of his mother. He learned of her passing only hours after the event and decided to stay with his team rather than travel to Austin where she died, keeping his mother’s wishes in mind amid the illness and family pressure.
The report outlines testimony about ankles and photos presented by attorney Roland R Weel ley, with Benedict comparing images from a Carmel cottage to a woman’s headwear. Galling cross examination with goggles and evidence steps, plus grand jury transcript notes about Mrs Mc Pherson and the radio man’s wife, and Aimee Semple McPherson kidnaping context.
Providence court records show Aimee Semple McPherson sought divorce in 1921. Husband Douglas McPherson testified about witnesses at the Choerick street home as the famed evangelist faced a sensational trial in Ullernia Wisconsin.
New York Sept 28 AP Peagong a frequent figure in society pages may be called as a witness when Fleury Finlay fifth venue dealer in art prints appears before the grand jury to answer bootlegging charges Finlay was arrested today and shown before United States Attorney Puckner alongside documents and ledgers indicating illegal distribution Hats and sections for mixing drinks were seized Witnesses reportedly include prominent business men lawyers and social figures Anione the documents were pilee Hats and sections for mixing Vitus drinks This snippy Slevin are in Vogue on the pentle trade wee infected by one reading Booths gin has always been a favorite That is why some gentlemen prefer it to even plants
A church sermon argues modern dress is linked to crime increases while stressing the Christian mission to provide the gospel to all. The Rev Heimsath cites duty to educate and uplift diverse communities, with women missionaries sharing Philippine experiences and reflections on church-state relations amid local missionary activities and upcoming church elections.
A vehicle collision on Fifth Avenue injured Martin Tegen and caused minor injuries to the operator. The car veered into a street, striking a man and leading to emergency transport to Emiacimy Hospital for treatment. Expect ongoing medical assessment and police investigation.
Capewell at the Hartford Retreat was judged sane by Dr Diefendart after reviewing him at the Heublein hotel. The psychiatrist found no evidence of mental disease and testified Capewell could care for himself in public, noting oddities like rings or dancing do not prove insanity.
Norwalk officials confronted a dispute as fifteen officers lose vacation time. The council sought Mayer Themit Rooine’s opinion on whether unused vacations by August end can be forfeited. The case hinges on fiscal year timing and departmental policy.
Strange garbled OCR segment mentions rupture and fatigue, references to a person named Geiblin and a figure labeled Sarge. Contains disjointed phrases about experts, a field, and a peculiar meeting. Unclear narrative, no coherent event or clear entities beyond scattered names.
A reader questions remedies for enlarged veins and notes mixed claims about effective relief. The text discusses limits of cures, mentions possible medical approaches, and hints at skepticism toward overhyped products while suggesting cautious, informed care.
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