Lawyer berates Tammany leader in court trial
In New York on April 20 Charles F B Murphy, leader of Tammany Hall, and his attorney Arthur J Baldwin faced four hours of cross examination as Max Steuer delivered closing testimony for Murphy’s defense in a suit to recover 173002 dollars invested in wartime dextro machine business. Steuer accused Baldwin of perjury and claimed Murphy shielded by political protection. He mocked Murphy’s claim of withdrawing in 1918 over Wartog profiteering and charged misuse of power to Hare tog. Murphy allegedly could not obtain glucose.
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New York
Charles FB. Murphy
Tammany
Arthur J. Baldwin
Supreme ‘Court
Max Steuer
Man
Murphy
Laula N. Hartog
Mr. Steuer
Bald
Hartog
Wartog
Murky dispute ends as glucose supply halts production
The article notes a fractured alliance after Murphy quits the group. He claims no political influence, but statements indicate pressure failed to affect business. Production slowed as glucose supply stopped, affecting operations and timelines.
Storrs Misses Fare Hearing Attendance in Ure Lawn Hall
April 4 Lucius B Sta president of a Connecticut company could not attend the public hearing in Ure Lawn Hall. Leslie Snifen of the local club was told at the last moment and the affair was postponed to next Friday. Mr Storrs pledges to attend then. Selectman Thomas Glynn saw a large deer pass his Weston residence chased by dogs. The deer eluded the pack and headed toward the Easton game preserve. Dogs may be part of a wild pack in the woods, with another incident in Weston where a young dog leaped a wall and broke its back.
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Westport
Lucius B. Sta
Connecticut Company
Ure Lawn
Mev
Leslie Snifen
Pia
Storrs
Thomas Glynn
Mare Street
Easton
Weston
State Statute on Vehicle Repairs Declared Unconstitutional
Judge John S Booth of the Common Pleas criminal court ruled State vs John C Mat lice finds Section 6a Chapter 400 Public Acts 182 violating police powers limits. The act barred rapid repairs to motor vehicles over 50 dollars without written contract and carried fines or imprisonment. The defendant, fined one dollar in City court, appealed to test the statute. The decision suggests possible Supreme Court review on appeal. Attorney Lawrence Pinkelstone represents the defendant.
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John St. Booth
Common Pleas Criminal Court
State
John C. Matlice
Common Pleas Court
Supreme Court
Lawrence &. Pinkelstone
Westport Board of Finance to Hold Public Hearing
Westport April 20 The Board of Finance issues a notice for a public hearing at town hall Monday night at eight. Subjects include appropriations of 1009 for an additional Staples High School teacher from January 1 1923 to year end and 600 extra from state funds for the adult education director January 1 1923 to June. The 1923 24 school budget will be discussed and other school matters may be raised. State Police Sgt Frank Werli of Bridgeport was in town yesterday. the summer patrol will begin and work with Westport's new motorcycle officer.
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Westport
Board of Finance
Staples High School
Frank Werli
Bridgeport
Noted actors to build home on Derby Lake
Noted actors to build a bungalow at the actor's colony on Lake Housatonic. Cummings starts construction while Kyra the dancer plans to join soon. The Whirl of New York closed last Saturday in Philadelphia. other locals, including Millie Donohue and Mrs Mollie Nagel, are noted visitors and travelers.
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New York
Millie Donohue
Paara
Mollie Nagel
New
Summit Street Roadway Hearing Set At Local Club
A public hearing on extending Summit street to Trumbull road will be held at the Eighth District Democratic club on Main street next Thursday. Alderman Thomas F P Doherty will preside. A June pinochle night is planned, with committees led by Martin Noonan and J Coggrave coordinating.
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Summit Street
Trumbull Road
Eighth District
Democratic Club
Main Street
Lettera
Sylvan Crest
Thomas FP. Doherty
Martin Noonan
J. Coggrave
Yale Coach to Speak at Ansonian Club
Ansonia April 20 Yale coach Taa Jonna will address the Ansonian Club Sunday afternoon on Rules of the Game. The famed college athletic leader is billed as a popular speaker for local sports fans and students alike in a rare regional appearance.
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Ansonia
Jonna
Yale
Ansonian Cla
Land and Title Co Appeals Tax Levy
Appeal from the Board of Reliefs refusal to lower the assessment of property owned by Bridgeport Land and Title Co on Broad Street was filed in Superior Court yesterday. The valuation placed on the property by the Board of Assessors was 470,097. It is claimed that the actual value was only 29,000.
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Board of Reliefs
Bridgeport Land &Title Company
Hroad Street
Superior Court
Board of Assessors
Hollinger to Receive Citation From Harris Post
At a special Harris post meeting Raymond WW Harris post will honor An jarew J Hollinger who won the national buging championship in Los Angeles with a 190 percent mark. Commander H Milla True will present a challon for a world record. Twenty five new members elected, recruitment drive chair Murray Cohen reports fees reduced. A recruiting motto Once a Veteran always a Veteran guides the drive. Committee members listed. a May 2 dance at Colonial hall planned.
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Raymond WW
Harria Post
DeVere
Warner
Murray Cohen
Clifton Marco
Russell T. Nugent
Patrick Morrissey
Plans to complete St Charles Church in East Main area
Definite steps toward completing St Charles Church have been taken by Rev BP J McCivney pastor. Plans and construction estimates are being reviewed by architect Joseph A Jackson of Newslaven. The brick church will feature Indiana limestone trim a brick tower a plate roof pressed brick vestibule marble altar stained glass windows new organs and steam heating with seating for about 1200.
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St. Charles Church
East Main
Orden Streets
BP. J. McCivney
Joseph A. Jackson
Newslaven
Alimony Ordered Pending Divorcing in Stamford Case
Theo dore M. Baker Jr. of Stamford seeks divorce from Rose D. Baker. The court authorized alimony of 316 weekly pending decree. Judge William M. Marble ruled yesterday in Superior Court citing alleged unbearable cruelty. The couple married October 4 2019. Baker testified his income as an automobile salesman is small and he could earn more with factory work. he asked the court for support.
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Theodore M. Baker, Jr
Stamford
Rose D. Baker
Wilkes Barrie
William M. Marble
Superior Court
Open Night at State Trade School Invitations Issued
Superintendent Herbert J. Hanson invites local business leaders to attend the annual Open Night on April 30. The Trade School building will be open for inspection from 7:20 to 9:00 PM, with day students at work in the departments.
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Herbert J. Hanson
Bivine
Olive Tablets Offer Gentle Relief for Bad Breath
Advertises Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and blood purifier to combat bad breath. Claims the sugar coated tablets act gently on the bowels, clear the blood, and purify the system without the harsh effects of calomel. Suitable for nightly use for a week, with olive color and olive oil as ingredients.
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Dr. Edwards
Edwards
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