Police Seek Charles Russo in Rossignol Slaying Case
Police seek Charles Russo believed to be the Rossignol slayer after witness Pasquale Franze testified Russo confessed to stabbing Harry Rossignol of 4039 Capitol Avenue. Russo allegedly left a bloodstained knife with Franze and fled the Willard Street area as officers close in.
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Funeral of Mrs Ford Set for Friday
Funeral services for Mrs. Michael W. Ford, longtime Siward Charities worker, who died Tuesday night at 1437 Main Street, will start at 9:40 a.m. Friday at her home and continue at 10 a.m. at St Patrick's Church with a solemn high mass. Burial will be in St Michael's Cemetery.
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Germany May Libels Former Ships Held by U S Says Hitchcock
New York December speech by United States Senator Hitchcock at the New York Southern Society dinner predicted the reversion of German ships seized by America through libel suits in foreign ports as a probable outcome of the peace treaty rejection. He warned that ratification would open Allied courts to Germans and allow former German owners to reclaim vessels detained in U S harbors.
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Cold Snap Poised To Boost Bridgeport Skating
Forecasts say a deepening cold wave will continue today and tonight, with temperatures ten degrees below freezing. Ponds near Bridgeport should offer ideal skating within 24 hours as rainwater froze, while the plains endure a long, bitter spell and western states face heavy snow and transportation disruption.
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Ordinance Committee to Report on Jitney Control
The ordinance committee of the Common Council will report at the next council meeting on jitney bus operations across multiple routes, an amendment to building line changes by 61 percent owner agreement, nonpartisan direct primaries for Bridgeport elections, and city home rule charter powers. An executive session last night will yield a full report of the committee’s actions.
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Boy Struck by Auto Unable to Name Identity
At 5 30 p m trains of 70 Livingston place struck a boy riding a bicycle at North Avenue and Lindley Avenue. An emergency ambulance took him to Bridgeport Hospital for observation after Dr Paguth found only shaking. He could not give his name or address and no identity was learned by late evening.
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New England Governors Seek Federal Aid for Railroads
Governors from all New England states met in Boston at Gov Coolidge's invitation to press for federal aid to railroads returning to private control. They urged U S Shipping Board to allocate ships to New England operators and demanded guarantees to restore prewar rate relations while funding working capital and financing adjustments.
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G O P Convention Chosen Chicago June 8 for 1920 Nomination
Washington December 16 The Republican National Committee selected Chicago and June 8 as the convention date and place to nominate the 1920 presidential candidate. Chicago led St Louis 44 to 9 in votes with Asbury Park and Cheyenne withdrawing. Two new party departments were approved to handle policies and welfare. Senator Watson declared he is not a candidate, urging unity amid party leaders and a pending Washington meeting.
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Trial of Captain Detzer Over Prisoner Beatings At Le Mans
Testimony at Governor's Island alleges Captain Detzer ordered sergeants to beat prisoners to coerce confessions in France while in charge of the 808th military police company. Witnesses describe slapping, beatings, and threats, with defense arguing the need for a disciplined unit amid concerns about criminal activity. The case includes multiple sergeants and ongoing court proceedings.
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John T. King Named to Key G. Q. P. Committees
John A. King, Connecticut national Republican committeeman, was chosen to serve on two committees at the national convention in Washington yesterday. The Bridgeport political leader was named to the executive and finance committees of the national organization.
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Army air corps officer ordered to explain liquor claim
Washington December 10 Lieu tenant Balvin W Maynard was ordered to report Monday to Major General Menoher director of military aeronautics to explain a statement attributed to him by the Anti Galloon League of America regarding the use of alcohol by army air service pitots.
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Great White Way Darkened Under Fuel Rules
New York City trims lights on Broadway and other streets to enforce fuel conservation orders. Officials warn violators face penalties up to 5000 dollars or two years imprisonment, as many lamps go out and electric signs dim at night across the street fronts and advertising boards.
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Miners End Strike as UMWA Accepts Wilson Plan
In Indianapolis the United Mine Workers of America voted almost unanimously to accept President Wilson's proposal for immediate resumption of work. Telegrams were sent to about 4000 locals to return at once with full instructions to follow. Operators predicted a full resumption by Friday and coal shipments starting Monday after hours of bargaining. The decision followed concessions to radicals and was commended by Attorney General Palmer.
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Carmania collision near Halifax disrupts transatlantic voyage
Reports intercepted at a naval radio station describe the British liner Carmania colliding with the Maryland about 16 miles east of Halifax. Carmania sustained damage above the waterline but insisted it would continue to New York from Liverpool, while Maryland was only slightly damaged. The incident occurs amid a broader context of a coal strike and industry disruption, with miners voting to resume work under President Harding's proposed terms.
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Lad's Leg Broken in Seaside Park Football Game
An overzealous boys football game at Seaside Park yesterday left four year old Harry Peterson of 2853 Fairfield Avenue with a fracture to the left leg. A doctor responded to no call for the emergency ambulance, treated the boy on site, and had him transported to St. Vincent's Hospital.
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Circulation Department Notice From Post Publishing Co
A circulation department notice from Post Publishing Co addresses failure to receive issues. It outlines steps for subscribers to confirm delivery, request reprints, and update account details to ensure uninterrupted service.
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