Ford heir sues for 1 006 000 wages in Chicago court
Edsel Ford, a 25 year old resident of Detroit and son of Henry Ford, testifies in a Michael J. field case alleging wage claims against the Ford Motor Co. The witness details the company’s financials and a 1914 profit sham, while Attorney Stevenson challenges the plantiff’s evidence amid objections.
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Tount Clemens
Mich
yEdsel
B. Ford
Henry
Chicago v. Tribune
Jikel
Plantiff
Atey
Elliott
G. Stevenson
Humpur
Key Stevenson
Ilness
Detroit
Busi
Brazil Names Epitacia Son as President in 1822 Term
Rio Janeiro reports Dr. Epitacia Son formally proclaimed president of the republic for a term ending in 1822. Dr. Hesson after a lengthy voyage is en route to Rio, having sailed from work on July 6.
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Con
Epitacia Son
Hesson
Janeiro
Freckles removal promise advertised with guarantee
An old advertisement touts a Freckles preparation for removing freckles and brightening complexion. It claims strong results and a money back guarantee if not effective, citing use of Othine and similar ingredients and urging readers to ask a druggist for specifics.
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Sven
Brite
The War Is Over Foot Ease Advertisement
An old newspaper ad touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a quick remedy for painful feet, corns, bunions and tender soles. It claims immediate comfort for soldiers and sailors returning home and promotes the product as sold everywhere.
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Allen
Treaty ratification witnessed by Ebert in Berlin
President Ebert signed the bill ratifying the peace treaty at eight o clock in Berlin and the document was sent to Versailles. Official notification of ratification by the German national assembly was given at Versailles this morning. Baron Von Leisner presented the notification to Colonel Henry, who relayed it to the French foreign office at eleven o clock.
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Berlin
Associated Press
Ebert
Versailles
National Assembly
Baron Kurt von Leisner
Henry
Hurley Resignation Accepted as Shipping Board Chief
President Wilson accepted Edward W. Hurley’s resignation as chairman of the Shipping Board effective August 1. John Barton Payne of Chicago, general counsel of the Railroad Administration, is named to succeed him. Hurley will take a vacation then become a business adviser to small manufacturers and industrial operators. Marvin Underwood of Atlanta is viewed as likely to replace Payne as general counsel of the Railroad Administration.
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Washington
Wilson
Edward WN. Hurley
Shipping Board
Hurley
John, Barton Payne
Chicago
Railroad Administration
Senate
Payne
British Parliament To Consider Federalism Report
London July 10 The government will appoint a parliamentary body to report on federalism legislation as announced in the House of Commons by Andrew Bonar Law. Go to Beaches Devon July 16 Population rise noted after highway plans. Dixon Improvement Association seeks extra fighting facilities from the board of selectmen. Washington bridge construction boosts local population. Sapper Shaw Promoted to Corporal in Canadian Army Friends report promotion from Sapper to Corporal for Charles Shaw formerly of 34 Curliss Avenue.
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Tme
House of Commons
Andrew Bonar Law
Beaches
Devon
Milford Beaches
Dixon “Improvement Association
Board of Selectmen
Washington Bridge
Seaside Park Dance Draws Empty for Colored Citizens
A planned dance for colored citizens at Seaside park pavilion failed as no attendees arrived despite preparations by the Board of Recreation. The event, scheduled with music and orchestra, left white guests unable to dance, since the night had been reserved for the other group.
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Seaside Park
Board of Recreation
Governor Lowden Denounces Bolshevism at Atlantic City Parade
Governor Frank Lowden of Illinois denounced Bolshevism and socialism during a Victory and Peace speech at the Elks parade in a heavy rain. He warned the nation the greatest danger comes from within, naming groups such as the Industrial Workers of the World and unions, as thousands of demonstrators gathered from across the country.
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Atlantic City
Frank Lowden
Ulinois
Elks
Great Union
Tense relations rise between Austria and Hungary
Dispatches from Vienna and Budapest report high tension between Austria and Hungary. Austrian foreign minister Otto Baur demands recall of Hungarian minister Czabel from Vienna while Bela Kun’s supporters are said to be entering Austrian territory and a campaign against the Hungarian legation in Vienna is urged to end.
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Vienna
Budapest
Otto Baur
Czabel
Bela Kun
French Labor Plan 24 Hour Strike on July 21
A general strike lasting 24 hours will begin at 5 am July 21 and end at 5 am July 22, per a labor exchange statement. Organizers push defiance of government warnings amid fears rail stoppage could hinder demobilization.
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Paris
Labor Exchange
Woman Credits Cinot For Restore Of Health And Cheer
Mrs. Alex Smith of Jersey City shares how years of severe headaches dizzy spells and nervous strain faded after using Cinot three bottles. She credits relief to the remedy which she says restored energy motivation and happiness, urging others to try it.
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Alex Smith
Jersey City
Mrs. Smith
Katrteld
United Military Car Company honors Thomas at Stratfield dinner
Hundreds of employes executives and members of the Old Guard of UMC attended a Stratfield dinner in honor of William M. Thomas upon completing many years of service. Henry Kimball praised the veteran, Thomas received a gold watch, and speakers praised the company’s wartime contributions and plans for expansion as telegrams from afar conveyed regrets at missing the event.
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U. M
Stratfield
William M. Thomas
oMec
Thomas
Ywenry
Kimball
Spealer
Fle
UG. M. C
Purie Alexis
Bridgeport
Taurope
England
France
Bealsgium
Germany
Rim
Weather summary for Bridgeport and region
Weather forecast for Bridgeport and surrounding areas notes fair conditions with rising temperatures Friday through Saturday. A Great Lakes storm moved toward the St Lawrence valley, intensifying. observations list temperatures and conditions across multiple cities, with clear or cloudy skies and occasional rain or drizzle in some locales.
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Detroit
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Hatterua
Jacksonville
Nain
Et Kaule Ee
Cidy
Minneapolla
Daity Oman Ac
Dehuty of
Bridgeport
Middlebrook Almanac
Cunyight
M. Bud
Illegal Passports Swindle Exposed in New York
An investigation led by United States Attorney Chandler Cobb uncovered a large scale swindle in illegal passports. About thirty men, ill dressed and limited English, testified they paid $45 to $80 each for passports that could have been obtained from their country’s consul for $1 to $3, with $50,000 in cash among them. The inquiry also noted charges against recruiters collecting small fees from prospective emigrants sailing for admission.
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New Yom
Chandler Cobb
United States
Fishermen to Announce Arbitration Decision
Fishermen and employers reached a conference agreement to notify the state board of conciliation and arbitration on Saturday whether to accept arbitration of grievances. Boston and Gloucester fishermen have been on strike since July 3 seeking a minimum price for catches.
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Boston
Fishermen's Union of the Atlantic
State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration
Gloucester
Beaten in Saloon Fight Leaves Rudolph Attack in Hospital
Rudolph Attack, injured in a saloon brawl in Wilkes Barre, is in a dying condition at a local hospital. He stated during the altercation that Germans are all right and Allies cannot do anything to them.
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Wilkesbarire
Rudolph Attack
Petersons Ointment Heals Big Ulcers Says Medina Woman
A Medina New York reader Mrs Albert Southcott writes of healing ulcers with Forigan Ointment Co. Buffalo remedy sold for 36 cents a box. She describes long pain ended after nine dollars worth of salve and results include being able to walk again. Letter cites happiness and urges others to try the ointment.
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Peterson
Buffalo
Albert Southcott
Medina
Forergan Ointment Co., Inc
N.Y
Albert
Southcott
Funeral notices and obituary brief compilation
Frieda Muriel Stowe of 62 Smith Street died yesterday at New York Hospital for Cripples after a long illness. She was a communicant of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament. Survived by husband Waller Stowe a daughter Muriel mother Mrs Johanna Diehl brother Carl J. Diehl and sister Miss Anna J. Diehl. Funeral arrangements pending. Body to be brought to this city by August Baker. Also notices for Mrs Susan A. Marsh and John Gorham: Marsh services held at 422 French Street with burial in Long Bill cemetery. Gorham services at John S. Johnson parlors 517 Main Street, burial at Oaklawn cemetery Fairfield.
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Stowe
Frieda Muriel Stowe
Waller Stowe
Mith Street
New York Hospital
Church of the Biesed Sacrpmient
Muriel
Mia
Johanna Diehl
Carl J. Dmneh
Long Bill
John Gorkium
John Gorham
Fairfield
John
Johnson
Main Street
Allen E. Beeman
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Oaklawn Cemetery
French cabinet to cut cost of living
Paris July 10 the cabinet met at the war office to decide steps to reduce living costs. Premier Clemenceau finance minister Klotz and ministers Claville Boret Loughter and Clamentel discussed measures at an official conference announcing future policy directions.
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Finance
Klotz
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Claville
Agriculture
Boret
Reconstruction
Loughter
Commerce Clamentel
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