Testimony closes in Lilliendahl trial with jury due late today
In Mays Landing New Jersey on December 6 Associated Press reports the trial of Mrs Margaret Lullendahl and Willis Beach nears verdict after seven men and five women hear final testimony. A nurse testified that Alice Longley resembled Mrs Lullendahl while a salesman identified Beach and a Cranberry King double. The defense rested then prosecutor Hinkle revived star witness Harry Sanderson who asked to retestify, recounting his earlier identification and later recantation amid a nervous breakdown. The court prepared to read instructions and deliver the verdict with about 85 witnesses heard.
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A. J. Rider
Willis Beach
A. William Lilliendahl
Alice Longley
Margaret Lullerdahl
Beach
Lilliendah
Harry Sanderson
Sanderson
Mey
Hinkle
Hinkie
Bancerson
Tcory
New York
Sandsroan
Renda
Takig
Mattney Duster Campbell
Neighbors seek injunction against gasoline station
On Noble Avenue neighbors petition for an injunction to block a gasoline station proposal. The report notes other town items on Page 1 and Page 4 across the edition, including a flat denial for a Grovers Avenue store petition and various local notices.
Canadian Wants U. S. to Sell Him Seized Brewery
Chicago dispatch reports a Canadian writer from North Battleford Saskatchewan asking US District Attorney George E. Q. Johnson to sell seized brewery equipment. The author, signing as F. R. Conrey, claims to be a barrister and solicitor and requests price quotes for a 75 barrel brewery, under the impression the prohibition department sells seized gear.
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Chicago
Associated Press
United States
Prohibition Department
George E. Q. Johnson
North Battleford
Saskatchewan
Canada
F. R. Conrey
Johnson
Radio Bridge Game Explained in Detail
A detailed analysis of the radio bridge game aired last evening by Milton C. Work and Wilbur Whitehead will be found on Page 10. The feature, printed weekly for players who follow the game, offers insights into the calling and play for the benefit of readers.
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Milton C. Work
Wilbur Whitehead
Black Rock plea denied by board
The Board of Appeals on zoning denied Mortis Ginsberg permission to add a story to the store at 342 Grovers avenue corner of Seaview ter race. Opponents led by Mrs Cornelia Penfield Lathrop and Archibald J Christie. other petitions denied or delayed including moving an auto shop and adding garages in several locations. Public hearings were held Monday in the Common Council chamber.
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Algonquin Cup
Board of Appeals On Zoning
Mortis Ginsberg
Grovers Avenue
Seaview Terrace
Cornelia Penfield Lathrop
Archibald J. Christie
John
Elizabeth Charmadin
Wallin and Sons
Harbor Avenue
Ferris Street
Anna Gorman
Maplewood
Laurel Avenues
H. B. Nichols
Midland Street
Frank X. Berger
Catherine Street
North Avenue
Grand Street
Marsh
Ugbert Marsh
Ridgefield Avenue
Michael Finucane
Coleman Street
Elizabeth Hair
Lindley Street
Edward Pietrusewicz
Cowles Street
American Fabrics Company
Connecticut Avenue
Hewitt Street
Frank Santo
Arthur Street
Aaron Frauwirth
Main Street
Lindquist and Johnson
Church Lane
Beach Place
Morris Rome
East
Barmum Avenues
Common Council
Hersey
Ger F. Steman
John H. Richardson
John McDermott
Man Beats Flivver Before Judge in East St Louis
J D Emerson enraged when his stalled automobile refused to start and struck the car with a crank. Police Chief Leahy heard his tale and dismissed the disorderly conduct charge after Emerson explained his efforts to coax the vehicle. The incident occurred in East St Louis Illinois with the antique auto described as a well known inexpensive model.
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East ST. Louis
Dev
Associated Press
J. D. Emerson
Leahy
Emerson
Neighbors challenge court fight over Noble Avenue gas station
Residents along Noble avenue near Putnam street plan to seek an injunction to block a Texas company from building a gasoline station at the corner, challenging zoning rules and a permit issued by Mayor Behrens. Attorney Clifford B. Wilson may represent the residents as actions are expected in court today.
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Noble Avenue
Putnam Street
Texas Company
Beh- Tens
Board of Appeals On Zoning
Bassick Junior High School
Standard Old Company
Main Street
Stoehr
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Sinclair Case in Contempt Fight
Washington December 2 The Associated Press reports that Harry F Sinclair wealth oil operator and associates faced criminal contempt charges before Justice Frederick Siddons who overruled motions to dismiss without prejudice The judge questioned if a jury could be shadowed by detectives amid fears the Burns Detective Agency watched jurors Sinclair Burns Day and others admitted employing Burns detectives to shadow the jury while denying intent to influence jurors Continues on Page 23
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Washington
Associated Press
Harry F. Sinclair
Tris
Frederick Siddons
Sinclair
Burns
Day
Coolidge confirms he will not seek 1928 Republican nomination
Washington dec 6 officials report that President Coolidge reiterated his clear declination from the 1928 GOP race though some party leaders remain unsure. Key figures like Hilles and Hert press for the record as Dawes and others note the statement. Democratic leaders say the declaration does not affect their nomination prospects.
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Washington
Associated Press
President Coolidge
Rapid City
Meriden Reelects Republican Mayor in Tight Victory
Meriden with DeBussy Republican defeating Henry T. King Democrat by 1,200 in a three contest series. DeBussy scored 9,518 to 6,318 for King with other Republican major offices and eight of ten aldermen elected as Republicans.
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Meriden
Associated Wreck
Wales L. DeBussy
Henry T. King
Tean
DeBussy
King
Clergy Prayer Opens December Term at Criminal Superior Court
Rev. C. W. Simpson led the opening prayer asking divine aid for the court, prosecutors, and reporters while omitting mention of the accused. He prayed for mercy tempered with justice and urged truthful reporting free from sensationalism carried to readers at home.
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Criminal Superior Court
Charles W. Simpson
Bridgeport Christian Union
Mder L. P
Waldo Marvin
Simpson
Simeon Pease
Mr. Simpson
Coolidge backs policy of expanding warships
President Coolidge urged a stern self denial in national spending while proposing a moderate defense and resources expansion. He endorsed unchanged farm relief views, tax revision, flood control for the lower Mississippi, and Navy growth including cruisers submarines airplanes and carriers with federal farm loan and marketing aid.
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Mississippi
Washington
Associated Press
Coolidge
Congress
Capitol Hill
William Page
Senate
House
McVary-Heugen
Federal Farm Loan Board
Treasury
Navy
Mississippi River
Senate seating fight opens with Norris attack on Smith and Ware
Washington Dec 6 Two set speeches mark the opening stage of the Senate battle over seating Frank L Smith Illinois and William S Ware Pennsylvania Norris Nebraska fires the first salvo. He accuses Illinois and Pennsylvania primaries of corruption and charges Time and utility executives financed Smith's campaign for legislative favors.
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Washington
Associated Press
Senate
Frank L. Smith
Illinois
William &. Ware
Pennsylvania
Norris
Nebraska
Coolidge
Ware
Read
Deneen
Ilinois
Smith
Reed
Missouri
Borah
Idaho
Baden Royal
Clifford A Bristol Named Milford Fireman
Clifford A Bristol twenty three of Golden Hill Milford was tonight appointed a permanent member of the Milford Fire department at a Board of Fire Commissioners meeting. The position had been planned for months with notices indicating another member would be named. The post was open to town residents with preference to volunteers. Bristol formerly served with Arctic Volunteer Engine company No 1.
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Milford
Speci
Clifford A. Bristol
Golden Hill Street
Board of Fire Commissioners
Bristol
Arctic Volunteer Engine Company No. 1
Hughes Must State Position Amid Coolidge Plan Fallout
National committeemen react to President Coolidge's statement with grave respect yet face pressure from state factions. Delegations previously ready to back a Coolidge run now confront painful choices among multiple eligible candidates, foreshadowing internal controversies and factional splits as they decide next steps.
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Mark Sullivan
Washington
Mr. Coolidge
Comgdie
Bookkeeper Held in Packard Bridgeport Motors Shortages
Joseph Veschle, 28, of 254 Courtland Street, employed by Packard Bridgeport Motors at 170 Cannon Street, was arrested on a charge of breach of the peace while under investigation for shortages totaling between 500 and 600 dollars. Detectives say seven months of discrepancies exist as an examination of the books proceeds. Veschle, a longtime trusted worker from Danbury, is held on bond of 1000 and shows signs of distress as his brother seeks counsel.
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Hig
Packard Bridgeport Motors Company
Cannon Street
Joseph Veschle
Courtland Street
Veschte
Frederick E. Derrick
Veschle
Veschie
Danbury
Coolidge Declares He Is Eliminated From 1928 Bid
Washington December 6 President Coolidge informs the Republican National Committee at the White House that he regards himself eliminated from the 1928 presidential campaign and urges the party to select another candidate. He states his decision will be respected and outlines plans for nominating a successor. The speech electrifies the gathering and ends with the President quietly departing.
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Republican National Committee
White House
Coolidge
Mr. Coolidge
Mrs. Coolidge
Igwa
T. P. Hollowell
Wiliam M. Butler
Commutee
Stemp
William
Oregon
Hilles
New Yerk
Sullivan
Wyoming
Hamlin
Colorado
G Bascom
Dent
Black Hills
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John E. Batton
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