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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1922

Page

5

Coroner hears light on Beers death in city collision

Witnesses testified at a coroner inquiry into the death of W. W. Beers of 1119 Stare Street after a motorized vehicle struck him on State Street. Sebystyan, the driver, insisted his car did not strike Beers, saying the man may have stumbled and hit his head on the pavement before Beers later died at St Vincent’s Hospital. The case, with a $1,000 bond set for the driver on a manslaughter charge, continues with further testimony tomorrow.

W. W. Beers Stratford Stevenson Henry A Beers Jivan Sebestyan State Street Ater J. A. Beers Vioda Samuel Harris Lodge S Wordin Avenue Tula Ly Wagerrencon Gency Hospital J. Susslin St. Vincent's Hospital

Austria Warns of Possible Debt Default

Austrian government warns Allies that potential default on government debts looms as liens on Austrian property release nears. Despatch from Vienna notes fears over financing as new Austrian bank is established with assurances for funds.

Austria Reuters Vienna

Is Your Stomach A Gas Bag

An advertisement touts Faalmann's Gas tablets to relieve digestive distress and heart palpitations. It claims the tablets prevent gas, bloating, anxiety, and numb extremities by restoring normal digestion and nerve function. Sold by Leverty Bros and other druggists.

Faalmann Yar Leverty Brox Windle Pring Stor Allover Aruggigis J. Baalmann Chem Savi Francesco Advart Betel

Milford Legion names convention delegates

Milford veterans elected James J. Tuecker Homer Pulver Rudolph Von Hacht and Russell Norris as delegates to the state convention in Waterbury September 7 and 8. A plan for an outing and field day at The Farm Black Rock August 10 was approved with a sports program and a four oclock dinner.

Milford Aug Black Rock Ing Eclock Wester Barpey Samuel Lei Wace Klivon Russe Haney Gowld Uleir New Haven Avenue Legion Ny Focal Post Democratic Women’s Club W. Ch D. Miles Mabe Whiteanvb Aresic Engine Company Ihe Bosport Elizabeth Meir Millerd Saiaizt Ales Fyfe Devon Lunday Evening

Prohibition Vote in Germany Prompts Extension Plans

European secretary for the Prohibition Foundation reports a large straw poll in London showing overwhelming support for prohibition. A 200 German marks incentive allegedly paid to sellers is cited, with 1 625 votes for prohibition, 416 against, and 1 022 abstentions out of 14 069 voters. Officials plan a broader drive and poster campaign nationwide.

Manchester Associatod Press Nthal Lown Te Prohibtion Foundation. Inc Hobenthal Isiglefeld Wiggan Germany Hohenthal Ali Ochera Prohibition

Hospital update and local notices from Wilton area

Miss Gertre'de Trollin of New Rochette is improving after a showered accident on Wilton Road and will likely leave Norwalk hospital soon. The Ladies' league met at Belden Hill with Mrs Frederick Una. Charles F E Comstock joins Connecticut State Police with a warning period ahead. Canterbury ket committee plans noted for upcoming event in the chapel. Mr and Mrs Julian Gregory return to Belden Hill, after weeks in Plattsboro. Dr and Mrs Charles Burnham return from a Maine vacation.

Dovol Athletic Club Gab Rooms D. 4 Ivan Lironard McTage Giasen Whie William Graham Devon Alevan Vie Sport McTagrart R Ygard Thomas, O'Rourke Court Basehall Aay Manggye Woodmont County Club Fred C. Brainard A W. Bate Fallon Muscal Woodmont Rauminer Colony Carrie Tibballs Needlework Guild William G- Bissell Fred H. Green James H. Kenard Cambridge X. C Jinks Russ Ethe Kcernnard New York Wilton Gertre'de Trollin New Rochette Norwalk Ladies’ League Frederick Una Belden Hill Charles FE. Comstock Witton Comntee Canterbury Ket Chhurch Julian Gregory Qelden Hill

Special Policeman Held For Trial After Moonshine Discovery

Special policeman Osowski, suspended from Jerid vert Police, held for a U S District Court session. Federal prohibition agents and Saratford and Deidgeport police conducted the arrest at Everys street, Saratford, uncovering moonshine and large quantities of mush. The case proceeds in August with local and federal authorities coordinating.

Kowski Jeridvert Everys Street Saratford Shratford United Sates District Court Amin Faneer Woosh Teaver Vedera W. Hinman Rt Rd Od Deidgeport

Hoyt May Be Gosen Danbury Alderman

Rumors swirl as former Danbury Ward I councilman Hoyt May is slated for a joint meeting of the common Council to fill the unexpired term of Alderman Edmund Watson who recently resigned. May previously served two years on the council and chaired the police committee, with speculation that he may be named to fill Watson’s seat.

Danbury Willan H. Hoyt We Imrst Stommon Council Edmund B. Watson A. Hoy Watson Cauic Rain Box Cgomaaittes

Bankrupt Merit Candy case proceeds in court

A bankruptcy trustee for Merit Candy was appointed by Referee John Keogh in the courthouse yesterday. J Walter Mildigan of Stamford was named as tenant. No schedules have been filed for the adjudicated June case. At a first meeting before the referee, Leon Sperry of Hamden was named yeo. Creditors Wearing of Israel M. Sh tard agreed to areas cent payment offered, with other cases moved to the U S District Court Haven for condition.

Merit Candy Company Stamford John Keogh J. Walter Mildigan Cone-Toleman Israel M. 5Htard U. S. District Court Haven Condon

Sweet Dreams Remains a Popular Mosquito Remedy

Advertising copy touts Sweet Dreams as a nationwide mosquito remedy beloved by millions. The text claims wide availability in local drug stores and general ease of purchase, emphasizing trust and favorable reception among customers.

Belt of Lightning Kills Two Cows in Thunderstorm

In GlaNS Falls XII near North Hebyor a severe lightning strike struck a dairy barn killing two cows and stunning milker George Wille and others. Affects eight cows, a hole in the barn, and several people including Colin Wille Rosa Wille and a visitor were briefly unconscious though injuries are not serious.

Glans Falls Ruge North Hebyor Here George Wille Aix Colinon Rosa White Home Clinton Wille Roland

Gorky Praises Hoover Aid For Russian Famine Victims

In a Hamburg cable, famed writer Maxim Gorky thanks Herbert Hoover and Americans for charity aiding famine relief in Russia. He says no record in human history shows such severity of famine and such selfless help under Hoover's leadership.

Hamburg Prodad Welley Maxim Gorkey Herbert Hoover Beitalion Russia Rumi Commare Secreyy Hoover

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