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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1920

Page

3

Rum Runners Busy On Canadian Line

Regina Saskatchewan August 24 Rum running along the Canadian border has grown into a major operation says Assistant Commissioner Tracey returning from an inspection trip. He cites Estevan and Minot as key hubs with whiskey shipments worth about 2400 to 2500 dollars headed toward Minneapolis. He notes border stores and lawless conditions, with arrests for concealed weapons and a growing fringe of illicit activity.

Regina Sask Tracey Ostevan Sasit Minot North Dakota United States Jestevan Minneapolis Estevan

Fraternal Woman Ends Life in Apparent Deliberation

In Westfield Massachusetts the body of a prominent fraternal woman identified as Mrs. Edward was found at the foot of a cliff after abandoning her car. Her head was wrapped in a chloroform soaked towel tied with her sash and a note in her purse stated her intention to end her life, with melancholia cited as the cause. She had served as marshal of the Base Machusetts Rebekah assembly.

Westfield Mass Ave Edward Massachusetts Machusetts Rebekah

Couple Fails to Carry Out Lease Says Suit in Court

Raymond Aur of Brooklyn sues Ralph T Tyner and wife of Greenwich in Common Pleas court claiming $1,000 damages for breach of lease at Seumd Beach. The complaint alleges a lease executed July 19 1920 for four and a half months at $1 500 with a condition that premises were to be acts g.

Aur Raymond Brooklyn Common Pleas Court Ralph T. Tyner Greenwich Seumd Beach Commlaine Alloged Hough

Wire Cable Suit Over Delivery Failure in Superior Court

The Modern Electric Equipment Company sues Lewis Electric Supply of Boston for 2500 damages alleging failure to deliver 10 090 feet or 29 days worth of wire under a February 1 agreement to supply up to 50 000 feet. The case cites breach and alleged refusal to deliver.

Sasis Superior Court The Modern Electrica Campady Lewis Electric Supply Companyy Boston Avasz

Woman Kills Self After Prolonged Deliberation

In a Greenwich dispute over a bill for services and materials, Walter Peck sues John Banter in Common Pleas. The bill totaled 1073.62 with a counterclaim 007.28 paid. a commission from the Chamber of Commerce refereed the case amid allegations of insult and legal action in a fatal outcome.

Orbinators Common ‘Pleas Court Walter Peck Greenwich John J. Banter Chamber of Ci Caommeres Ag.miado Pacis Lance Agno T

Nome Flight From Mineola Sets 55 Hour Record

Alaska Aug 24 The four United States airmen flew from Mineola New York to Alaska in 55 hours the official time announced Captain St Clair Street head of the expedition. The outward leg began yesterday afternoon with a later planned return to New York in a few days.

Nome Alaska United’ States Mineola New York St. Clair ‘Street

Two Bound Over on Liquor Charges

Frank Greenbowler and George Yesko of Passaic were bound over under $900 bail on liquor transportation charges. They were arrested August 18 in Stratford. Walter Lenyot of Passaic was discharged. Two burglaries were reported to the detective bureau: Harry Bachles candy store at 307 Stratford Avenue looted of $18 in cigars and candy, and an office break-in at F. B. Hastings contractor, 1200 Wood Avenue, with desks disturbed for stealable valuables.

Frank Greenbowler George Yesko Passaic Hugh +J. Lavery Megully Uquor Stratford Walter, Lenyot Paesate Passcnge Detective Bureau Harry Bachles Stratford Avenue F. BE. Hastings Wood Avenue

New Fall Dress Styles Offer Limited Special Lot

An unusual opportunity presents forty women’s dresses in serge, taffeta, and satin across navy serge and varied colors in taffeta and satin. Highlighted is a satin dress with a tunic long and short waist, lace collar, velvet girdle in black, brown, or navy. Displayed on the Second floor rear.

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Dainty muslin undies in fine embroidery designs

Dainty muslin underwear described includes chemise with narrow lace and ribbon, hemstitched edges, and wide embroidered bands. Nightgowns and petticoats feature deep flounces and under-ruffles with ribbons and lazy daisy and French knot stitches. Wonderful value at $1.95.

Delightful Autumn Hats Displayed On Second Floor

Delightful Autumn hats showcased in black velvet and brown tones with ostrich trim and silk tassel. Turban styles feature duvetyne and old gold embroidery with fringe and bronze accents. Prices start at five dollars. enticing display on the second floor front.

Howco Coffee Price Drops Across Varied Blends

New price list shows Howco Jewel coffee at 35 cents and Howco Grown at 4 cents, Howco Royal blends at 8 cents. Daily roasting available in bean or ground to order. Historic price note reflects market easing for prominent coffee lines.

Britain files damages claim over Imperator delays

Britain has filed a data slate with the shipping board seeking damages for the delay in turning over the Imperator and six other former German ships allocated to the United States for the homeward movement of American troops. The dispute involves costs and impediments caused by the delay.

England Aug Britain Jas Department Stong Shipping Board Imperator Garmanders

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