Siemon Case Coroner Finds Reckless Driving and Police Interference
Coroner John J. Phelan finds Siemon guilty of criminal negligence for the DeMartino death in the 1940 accident and condemns police board president Hill for suppressing investigation. The report details 90 months of silence and urges resignation to uphold justice and public trust.
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John J. Phelan
de Martino
Siemon
Wilder
Henry Shannon
Shannon
Siemom
Bey
Phelan
Conences
DeMar
Hill
Police Department
Department
SS ‘Ness
Mr. Hill
DeMartino
Current Business Tendencies Amid Economic Adjustments
London banking troubles draw little system risk while May capital appions run to 110 million dollars, far below 1913. US markets show dull trading but optimism rises on crop reports, freight rate hopes, and iron steel orders. Railroads expect large rails and stronger revenues as May activity shifts from a year ago, with mixed gains by eastern and western systems. Foreign trade edges show imports up and exports down mainly from food demand and crop shortages, while cotton goods demand warms in New England amid short-term orders.
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London
United States
New York
Interstate Commerce
Pennsylvania
United States Steel Corporation
Iron and Steel
Sayret
Sulnee
Swan
Alee Gost
Boston & Maine
Rhode Island
New England
The Philosophy of Weddings in Modern Life
A social analysis of contemporary weddings notes humor and hustle in June ceremonies. It cites horseplay by Americans, bridegrooms being kidnapped, and elaborate preparations that strain budgets and homes. It observes etiquette anxieties and rising elopement tendencies among couples and families.
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Dhe
Na Iture
Bridge commission picks seasoned leaders for major project
The mayor’s Bridge Commission appointments are praised for trained appointees poised to manage a project costing about a million dollars in construction and debt interest. The piece notes public benefit and lasting improvement, while poking at unrelated social commentary about job seeking and publicity surrounding Kermit Roosevelt and a June bride.
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Ayor Wilson
Bridge Commission
Wool Prices Surge and Mills Extend Work Time
Woolen and worsted mills are running overtime as raw wool prices rise sharply. Prices now range from 17 to 21 cents a pound, the highest in 26 years aside from two years. A world shortage and agricultural shifts have boosted demand, aided by free-list access for manufacturers and Balkan war preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Austra
Springfeld
Painter Sues Durkin And Lass Over Unpaid Work
Harris Goldberg a painter at 105 Sanford Avenue filed a writ of attachment in city court against contractors Durkin and Lass building a high school. He seeks 750 in damages for 445 worth of work unpaid and is garnishing city funds due to the contractors. City Sheriff Richard Brown served the attachment. Miss Durkin was reportedly due in city hall to discuss the matter.
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Durkin & Laas
Harris Goldberg
Goldberg
Sanford Avenue
Sherif Richard Brown
Temperance worker and notable Bridgeport figure committed
Mrs Mery Maby was adjudged insane by Judge F Hallen in the probate court and ordered committed to the state hospital at Middletown. Once a prominent temperance advocate in Bridgeport, her son William H Maby is her lone relative. The commitment action was brought by Spencer F R Gordon, superintendent of the Board of Charities.
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Spencer FR. Gordon
Board of Charities
Weather forecast state and regional notes
The forecast notes a cooler northwest region with fair conditions in most areas, rainfall amounts include 3.18 inches in Moorhead Minnesota, a low pressure system moved to Lake Superior, and generally fair conditions with unsettled periods. Drivers are advised to light lamps at 7 56 tonight.
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Yair
Miseimsippi
Missouri
Moorehead
Minn
Great Plains
Lake Superior
New’ England
North Carolina
When It's Time To Goods Sale Listing Fragment
Fragmentary OCR item lists bath and sporting goods including Bath Spray Rubber Sponges Air Pillows Air Cushions Sponge Bags Poncho Blankets Bathing Shoes Caps Bicycle Goods and related items with prices and codes. No clear event date or origin identified.
Hammocks Offered In Several Styles At Low Prices
Advertised hammocks range from 8.50 to 14.00 with steel frames, national springs, and tufted mattresses. Multiple models include couch hammocks, khaki designs, wind shields, and foldable legs, all supplied with chains, hooks, and screws for outdoor or porch use.
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National Springs
Special Sale on Ladies Umbrellas at $1.79
Serviceable colored silk umbrellas in navy blue garnet and dark green offered at 1.79 down from 2.50. Handles described as attractive natural sticks. White embroidered parasols also advertised at 98 cents at Main Street, first section.
Bargain Brassieres and Summer Furnishings Sale
An extra value brassiere front hook model offered at 69 cents instead of 1.50 with sizes 34 to 44. Children's lace trimmed waists priced at 25 cents. Summer furniture in silver gray reed for sheltered porches, with blue and gray cretonne cushions. Chairs range 6 to 10 dollars, Diana Tables 13.50, on fourth floor.
225 East Main Street In the Rear of Staples Property
A reader notice reports an event at 225 East Main Street describing property rear access behind the Staples site. The item notes location details and potential land use implications for nearby businesses.
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Staples
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the Siemon
GALE
Kermit Roosevelt
Painter
Durkin & Lass
Temperance Worker
W. Haven
John Reck & Son
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Gus C. Mullen
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