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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1927

Page

3

Confessions Crowd LeBouef Trial Obstacle In Louisiana

In Franklin Louisiana July 31 the admissibility of confessions by Ada Bonner LeBouef and Dr Thomas E Dreher in the murder case against Ada LeBouef’s husband James J LeBouet dominates court actions. Sheriff Pecot testified the woman claimed she saw her husband killed and that two men fired from another craft.

Franklin Ada Bonner LeBouef Thomas E. Dreher James J. LeBouet LeBouet Defenas Charles Pecot Lake Palourde Sher LeBoucf Pecot Suyiux

Donkey and Pups Host a Whimsical White House Party

Rapid City reports Mrs. Coolidge brokered a brief truce between Micky the Democratic baby donkey of Governor Bulow and the Republican pet of the Summer White House. The two young animals mingled with New Boy Tiny Tim and Diana as Mrs. Coolidge hosted a playful gathering on her lawn until a loud mare’s bray spooked Micky and the party dissolved.

Rapid City. & D Associated Press

Alien smugglers taken after chase

Victor Gabernault and Fred Rolfe of Lowell Mass were jailed in Newport awaiting arraignment on smuggling aliens charges after a pursuit across back roads. Five Chinese held for deportation were found in a deserted barn. a signed slip demanding 6750 per person was recovered. Officers Foucher and Hines, later charged with manslaughter in Titus death, assisted in the chase.

Newport Associated Press Victor Gabernault Fred Rolfe Lowell Mass Gaperiault Rolfe Boston Jay Mountain William Titus North Troy Foucher Hines Titus Gaberlault U. S Thureton Island Pond

Chamberlin changes planes in ship hop

Clarence D. Chamberlin, famed trans Atlantic aviator, shifts his ship to a Wright service plane with Whirlwind engine for the Leviathan flight. The craft was hoisted aboard the Leviathan and will be tuned up tomorrow as he continues preparations.

New York Clarence D. Chamberlin Wale Chamberlin Wright Germany

Jones apology over garden damage and dog incident

An exchange records Jones apologizing for a loose hen that scratched a neighbor’s garden and a separate note about a dog being killed by another party. The dialogue presents a domestic dispute tone with brief, unclear details.

Jones

Vesuvius Activity Subdues After Violent Eruption

Naples July 31. Mount Vesuvius activity eased after the blast the most violent eruption in two years. Tourists from liners in Naples harbor visited crater viewpoints as funicular trips sold out early. A lava-filled vent crawls toward the Valley of Hell toward the bay as a boiling crater lake remains.

Naples Italy Aascicirted Mount Vesuvius Valley of Hell Bay of

Survivors Disagree On Favorite Capsize Details

Survivors and investigators gave conflicting accounts of the Favorite excursion boat tragedy. Some witness belts were described as rotten while others said life vests were in good condition. A father who lost two sons urged crew to act as passengers struggled in the water. Police and state officials pursued inquiries with no criminal findings reported yet.

Phicago Ufe Ste Feedera Jook

Pastor in faith test ends with snake bite injury

In Dunn Louisiana on July 41 the Rev. Bob Williams pastor of the Apostolic church allowed a moccasin snake to bite his arm to prove he was a "Child of God." The venom disabled him and he refused medical help.

Dunn Bob Williams the Apostolic Church

Merra loses appeal in fight for life in Jersey

Salvatore Merra, convicted slayer of a public service pay master, loses Federal court appeal. Supreme Court justice Brandeis denies writ of error. Merra sits on death row in Trenton awaiting execution next week. Governor Moore may grant a stay, or an appeal to the court of pardons could commute the sentence.

Newark N. J Associated Press Salvatore Merra United States Supreme Court Brandeis Chatham Mass Runyon Alexander Simpson Merra Trenton Moore Stimpson Court of Pardons Simpson Mera Salvatore Rannelli Court of Errors

Swiss walker claims long road walk record Paris to Strasbourg

Jean Linder of Switzerland finished a 315 mile trek from Paris to Strasbourg in 66 hours of walking time plus six hours resting to claim a long distance road walking record. He started with 45 other pedestrians and finished at 1 01 PM in Strasbourg three hours ahead of the closest rival.

Strasbourg France Associated Press Jean Linder Switzerland Paris Linder Anne

Velvet and Satin Hat Styles Featured in Display

Velvet and satin fabrics dominate a fashion display with Soleil Felt in a prominent spot. Crowns sit lower while hats fit the head more snugly. Off-the-face and cap effects are the standout trends, showcased on the second floor for five dollars.

New Color Shoes Beat Brown Jones for Fall Costumes

Whippet Brown introduces a new color lineup including Black Kid and Satin with Tan Call, led by Kid Vamp and Suede back styles. The Arch Preserver models combine comfort with chic as prices run from ten to twelve dollars on the main floor.

Brown Jones

Why Buy Furs in August A Buyers Guide

August fur buying urges readers to purchase now for the best pelts from winter catches and expert workmanship. The piece lists various fur types and trims such as Marmink, mink, fox, beaver, squirrel, raccoon, and seal line in catalog prose typical of period fashion notices.

New Fashion Features The Coats

The group coats showcase authentic style changes with lengths of 42 and 45 inches. Phe Johnny and Shawl Collars are in vogue, sleeves are snug with small cuffs, linings use heavy Crepe de Chine, and darker furs are considered more fashionable.

Johnny

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