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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1922

Page

2

Day will testify in trial over Beck shooting

The defense plans for Judge Day to recount details of the night at his home including finding his wife with Beck, retrieving a revolver, and claiming the shooting was accidental. Prosecutors argue Day must tell the full truth and question whether self defense or alcohol influenced events.

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Colonel Beck's Son to Aid in Inquest and Burial

Lieutenant Paul Watg Beck of the ordnance branch in Watertown will attend the inquest over the body of his father Colonel Beck who was slain last Tuesday by Jean P. Day. Beck and other family members will travel to Washington for burial in Abington Cemetery National.

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Knights of Columbus Directors Meet in New Haven

International Board of Directors of the Knights of Columbus convenes a three day session in New Haven. Plans call for a correspondence school for veterans and discussion of the Knights American History program. Supreme Knight James A Flaherty of Philadelphia will preside as the new national headquarters building, costing $600,000, is formally opened.

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Miss Virginia Rappe Death Trial Defense Clans Evidence

Testimony in the Roscoe C. ApBuckte trial shifts focus to Miss Virginia Rappe alleged chronic ailment. Mrs. Joseph B. Hardebeck, housekeeper, testified about caring for Rappe in Chicago and Los Angeles, noting payment disputes and alleged illness including a 1921 operation. Former chauffeur Harold Ford said no signs of illness during service.

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Trolley Company Income Increases

The Connecticut Co annual statement for Dec 21 1022 shows assets including road and equipment and cash. liabilities include capital stock and long-term debt. the document notes taxes and payments to the State of Connecticut and reports profits, with total assets and balance around 39,083.

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Understudies for Circus Performers Here in Scores

A humorous piece on Bridgeport circuses and crowd scenes as sword swallowers and knife eaters perform. It mocks diners and critics, notes insurance worries, and quips about ex service men and bayonets, potatoes, sawdust, and the bustle around unusual restaurant tableaux.

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Attorney Killed in Gun Duel on 44th Street

In New York on April 7 a gun duel between police and a thug left attorney Harry Crome dead. Grune, who was nearby, was wounded by a bullet and died later at a hospital. The incident caused major street reactions in the neighborhood as investigators examined the scene and detained those involved.

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New Haven Road Faces Major Deficit in 1921 Financials

The New Haven system reports a 1921 deficit of 45.99 million as total property value reaches about 5.5 to 6.0 million. operating revenues total 116.41 million with declines in freight and passenger revenue, while expenses drop modestly due to staffing and material cuts. Net operating income per mile rises slightly, though overall finances remain stressed, with adjustments on the balance sheet subject to Interstate Commerce Commission review.

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Gotham to Have More Police to Curb Crime Wave

New York officials authorize 1,292 additional police officers and seek 1.2 million dollars to fund the force expansion. Governor Miller warns of action if conditions do not improve as patrols prepare to begin training and be on duty by mid June amid rising robberies and assaults downtown.

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Civil Service Not To Be Impaired Continued From Page One

The White House says no current plan to alter postmaster selection under Presidential appointment. The present method uses nine of the three highest in a competitive exam, deemed satisfactory overall. Critics fear irritation could force withdrawing some postmasters from the modified civil service, with alternative plans to appoint postmasters by Residence after a Civil Service exam upon Congressmen’s recommendation.

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AMBASSADOR TO ITALY WILL VISIT GENOA UNOFFICIALLY

Rome April 7 Richard Washburn Child the American ambassador to Italy will depart for Genoa tomorrow night with his secretary Cleveland Peckham. He said no official representative would be sent but he would go to stay in touch with Signor Sonnino and report to Washington on talks and telegraphic exchanges while important topics are under discussion.

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