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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1919
Page
8
In New York the Auction Sales Corp appointed an agent in Leipzig to restart the raw fur trade with Germany. German dealers seek to regain prestige by offering many varieties to the American market.
Attorneys Colman Far ke Plotkin and Vincent feats purchased Main Street tract between Chapel and Congress from Herman Walter and Julius Nessenfeldt. The 60 foot property with two stores and multiple rooms was bought for about 105000. The site is near a proposed Poli project and formerly Wheeler property.
Windsor officials James and McCenn join Connecticut New Fasland and New Maven delegates at Ida and Park City lodges in Windsor. A grand lodge report notes the organization holds a reserve exceeding $600 000 and Bridgeport lodges seek a 19 percent membership rise by November 1.
Wilson representing Dellon Realty of Budgenport Hartford district bought property at 1882 and 1334 Main Street from Masy Pascne’s firm. The parcel runs from Main to Middle, fronts Main with a 25 foot frontage, and a 174 foot depth, occupying a poster shop. Appraised value around 820000.
A Bridgeport chamber plan extends a visit invitation to 220 Swiss delegates who will tour the city and study American industry to foster trade relations. The group arrives in New York Sunday on the Rotterdam and will visit GE, American Locomobile, Rochester, Buffalo, Cleveland, Detroit, St Louis, and other cities before Montreal.
Edward A. Mathey of Toston sues Michael Schneiderman for 2760 damages alleging three promissory notes totaling 2400 were given to David Feinberg for value received and later transferred to the plaintiff for goods sold. Notes are due and payment denied.
An advertisement touts Getsle as the sole effective corn remover, peeling corns away like a banana skin in 2 to 3 days. It pledges quick relief, no need for plasters or razors, and money-back guarantee. Sold by D Lawrence & Co in Chicago and various druggists including Minile Drug Co and Bridgeport outlets.
Police arrest Shenkan organizer during a street speech as WILO members quit the Columbia Graphophones strike. Over 800 workers reportedly returned to duty, with 40 plus rejoining and denoting the stoppage as effectively ended. Richard Mueller confirms many strikers resumed work amid the quiet at headquarters.
Organizations and individuals across the city join volunteers in planning the Feast of TM Mom pageant at Beardsley Park next week. Bridgeport Trade School will provide props and exhibits for the Colonial Period and Labor spectacle, with a model ship and Goddess of Liberty crown. Proceeds fund community ventures and public benefits sponsored by the Community Service Bureau.
Coroner Coronei Phelan pursues more witnesses to the death of James Banco at 705 Grand Street. Detective Lt James Dudley says no new testimony has been given by those who witnessed part of the quarrel or shooting. Banco was shot by Lews Mangaretto in his home during a quarrel with only Banco’s sister in law Rosa Ghordina and two children present. Detective George F P Simon rechecked the scene and found where a second bullet penetrated a closet wall.
Ten steamers sit in Buenos Aires and nearby ports loading full cargoes of cereals for the United States, with Rogerio and Bali Blanca among vessels involved in the port activity.
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