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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1920
Page
4
Hats priced so low they look like presents as Summer Millinery goes at clearance. Store reorganizing for Fall goods this week with deep discounts on all remaining stock.
A murdered young woman was found in woods near Grantwood New Mexico. The body showed brutal head injuries and signs of a recent struggle. Identification attempts failed and police reported no missing girl matching her description. The victim was discovered by 18 year old Louis R Suiatd.
James H. Carter sues John B. Johnson in superior court seeking receivership and dissolution of their partnership. Carter claims Johnson hid assets, closed the business in April, and removed property, asking a receiver to wind up operations and equitably distribute assets after debts are settled.
In August, Germany proposes a 4% government department of athletics and sports to strengthen the rising generation weakened by war privations. The German congress for health, sports and athletics meets in Cassel with leaders from Turnvereins, sport clubs, and athletic associations to discuss the department’s scope.
Edward H. Dillon, a leading figure in the city, arrived back after a five week business tour in Europe. He visited Paris and noted changes from five years ago while staying near the Knights of Columbus clubhouse on the Champs Elysé es. He said the mood remained upbeat despite the outward air of mourning.
August 25 report notes King George confesses to pastaks duties by royal staff and borrows servants from local residences at Balmoral Castle to complete eight hour day staffing while new shorter hours are arranged. Joseph Quint opens Liberty Building office offering broad insurance coverage with New York Life Insurance Company represented. He invites consultations at Room 525 Liberty Building corner Main and Bail streets Barnum 4838.
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