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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1927

Page

24

Ford stock case to be resumed briefs filed

In Washington government to resume a dispute over Ford Motor stock tax issues. Briefs filed with the Tax Appeals board challenge the 1913 valuation of about 948.4 per share, arguing the excess over assets was overstated. The case centers on the transfer to Dutch and the legality of the 1913 assessment amid internal corporate disputes and shareholder interests.

FORD Washington Stuart Saarl Rove Crumeni Cousens Henry Ford Biel Bunecd Dutch Onzens Kovernment Toper Ren Treasury Renalor Mmititems Captice Motorsak Oun Weas Nekil Deelstan Wis Fuolhuras Petittine Hiuseff Compan

Phelan Probes Two Deaths At Stamford

Stamford April 18 AP The deaths of Michael Caruso age 4 and Mary Harris age 19 in separate accidents were investigated by Coroner John J Phelan. Caruso died five days after being struck by a car driven by Anthony Tall of Stamford. The Garry sisters Anna and Franc e Garry were involved in the other collision with a vehicle driven by Wiss Garry. The coroner reserved decision on both cases.

Stamford Michael Caruso Mary John J Phelan Caruso Anthum Talla Mise Francee

New York bank clerk admits $32000 in thefts

Iety Krupp, a bank clerk in the foren department of a New York bank and trust company, admits stealing funds over six to ten years totaling about 32000. She is accused of diverting cash sent for credit and using the balance for personal needs.

New York Apt Iety Rovupp Toupen Forathem Phas National Bank Taot Company Iwes Treumolat Ng Barmers and Meleinus Bank of Voughiveepste Ibedr Aeteaynt Poughkeepsie Bank

Dry law violators fined in Stamford

In Stamford police action over Sunday three individuals faced fines and costs totaling nearly $1,000 for liquor law violations. A Cay court hearing today will determine further penalties as officials enforce prohibition era rules.

Stamford Ivy Victors Cay

Cruiser contract awards criticized in Boston letter

In Boston on April 18, Joseph W. Powell, chairman of the Maritime Association of the Boston Chamber of Commerce, questioned Navy Secretary Wilbur about cruiser construction awards. He argued that awarding ships to Bremerton and Mare Island navy yards will cost taxpayers at least 6 million dollars more than private yard estimates, urging a government cost explanation.

Boston Navy Yards Wilbur Navy Department Iy Joseph W. Powell Maritime Association Boston Chamber of Commerce Bremerton Navy Yard Mare Island ‘Navy Yard Powell United States

Mail box contents damaged by fire in NW Waven

Between 10 and 15 letters were badly charred or partly destroyed by fire in a mail box at Humphrey and Orange streets today. Authorities believe a lighted match or cigarette may have caused the blaze. It remains unclear whether it was wanton vandalism or an attempt to destroy a specific letter. None were ruined enough to prevent return to senders.

NW Waven Tre Humphrey Orange Street

Local firms to submit samples for new index system

Following a conference with Town Clerk John Y Caldwell the special committee will ask three or more firms to forward working samples of their systems for review by the committee and title searchers. After study the committee will select a system.

Johnn Y Caldwell Ins Office Caldwell

Chic Handbags Offerings on Street Floor Display

The listing advertises under arm and pouch bags in snake, lizard, and alligator grain leathers as well as patent and calf. Available colors include tan, blonde, green, red, blue and grey with silk lining and mirror. Street Moor.

Stabbing Victim Hospitalized As Two Men Held

In Stamford City Court today Charles Leferrieri remained in Norwalk hospital in serious condition from yesterday's stabbing. Bonds were set for John Maletti and Pred Comeau, both of Stamford, on related charges as the hearing continued amid uncertainty over Leferrieri's survival.

Stamford Todge Justus Charles Leferrieri Norwalk John Maletti Pred Comeau Leferrieri

Divorces and damages set for judge Booth session

Trials to follow a $10,000 slander case as George B Beers sues John H Candee both of Easton over alleged remarks. Holdy A Palmer seeks a name change after a 1910 marriage to George L Palmer of Stamford. Louis Stuccatur sues Bertha Yampolsky Stuccator of Philadelphia for desertion in 1901 marriage. Ruth Amelia Grills seeks freedom and name change from John L Grilis after 1920 marriage. Luders Marine Construction sues Thomas B Taylor of Port Washington for $20,000 for unpaid balance on a motor cruiser and additions ordered.

John B Booth George B. Beers Eastor John H. Candee Easton Holdy A. Palmer Stamford Hilde A. June George L Palmer Parker Louis Stuccatur Bertha M Yampolsky Stuccator Philadelphia Ruth Amelia Grills Bridgeport Ruth Amela Walker John L. Grilis Booth Luders Marine Construction Company Thomas B. Taylor Port Washington New York Taylor Haw Taylor Yavlor

Spanish Plotters Given Sentences

Madrid April 18 The military court freed General Weyler after trial on charges tied to a June plot to overthrow Prime Minister Primo de Rivera. Other defendants received prison terms from eight years to six years and one day. several officials were freed, and most civilians were acquitted. The charges alleged plans to seize the government, stop the king from leaving Madrid, and publish a manifesto against the government.

Madrid Spain Weyler Cuba Primo de Rivera Aguilera Coronel Serando Garcia Bermudez Castro Galan Perea Rubio Eara Joneda Batet Borneo Hernando de Rivera Martinez Anido

Man Ends His Life by Stabbing Himself in Waterbury

Waterbury April 18 AP John Semiunes aged about forty five died this morning at St Marys hospital as the result of four wounds in the stomach and one in the throat. He was found shortly after 6 oclock in his rooming hours at 48 Summit street and rushed to the hospital where he died within a short time. Semiunes had been out of work for a week and was believed to have been temporarily deranged mentally.

Waterbury John Semiunes St. Mary's Hospital Semiunes Summit Street Shoapital Semilunas

Man Hurt as Driver Flees in Marlboro Incident

Marlboro teamster John Riley was struck by a car while walking home to Fortland Plains. The driver fled. Riley was taken to a nearby home, then Middlesex Hospital in Middletown with back and arm injuries.

Fampton John Riley Marlboro Fortland Plains Riley Middlesex Hospital Middletown

Fine Ribbed Vests and Bodices Tuesday Value

Swiss ribbed vests and bodices of fine lisle finish with French band top offered Tuesday only. Sizes 34 to 44. Street Floor-fear.

Spring girls frocks on sale at low prices

Regularly 1.95 now 1.69 for spring frocks in percaline chamoisette and ABC prints. Fast colors guaranteed. Styles include options with bloomers to match. Sizes 7 to 14. Practical chance to outfit daughters with several new school frocks at savings. Second Floor.

ABC

Baby dresses in fine muslin with Bishop neck styles

Fine muslin dresses for babies sized six months to two years appear neatly made with Bishop necks or clever collars. Tiny tucks and stacking trim enhance the garments.

Dresses in printed broadcloth and cotton selections

Printed broadcloth dresses described as cheery and colorful, practical and pretty with scalloped organdie collars and cuffs. Also several cotton challie and foulard dresses in darker colors, available in sizes 36 to 46.

Nainsock Step-Ins 82c Dainty Nain Sock Models

Dainty models of fine nain sock with real Irish and tilet medallions and edging or vallace. One model is prettily scalloped while another is painted. Choice of white or flesh.

Nainsock

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