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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1922

Page

2

Murder Trial Delivers Witnesses and Motive Details

The trial of Brunen and associates over circus owner John Ty Mrunen’s murder nears its end as prosecutor Kelsey presents witnesses and outlines a motive to seize control of Brunen’s shows. Key figures include Hazel Brunen and Elizabeth Staeashko with assertions of a $251,000 bribe.

Mena Stal Ales Orks Bruie Sand Harry C. Mohn John Ty Mrunen Jonathan IH Kelsey Proseenor Skolsey M. Powell Brehen Powell Mekr Cout ‘Ark Jon Iziegraph Co Mohr Loch Groniet Hazel Brunen Wan Elizabeth Staeashko Chicaro Blishtyris Brune Fists Riverside Reading

Huston Hints at Selling Yankees in 1913 Talks

The text recounts Huston and Ruppert discussing a Yankees sale with a reported potential price around $900,000. It notes a rise in perceived value since previous intercuts and mentions ties to Frank Tartell and others, indicating high-stakes negotiations and market interest in the club’s assets.

Huston Bavebad Rupperts Yankees Frank Tartell W. & Devery

Stratford Tax Foregast and Street Work Dickerings

Stratford council clash over tax rate forecast and sidewalk plans amid cold weather. Connecticut company granted temporary permission to lay a cinder walk on Stratfora t avenue until spring. Councilman John J. Kright pushes for district lighting and padding costs as debate intensifies.

Wurner Connecticut John J. Kright Grax Zaijstricta Miri Eve Baer Ford Town Limits Hendricks Kei Co Strat

Washington Senate set to take up administration shipping bill

The Senate began consideration of the administration shipping bill. Hearings on the warlong rural credits bill were announced by Chairman McLeay of the Senate Banking committee for tomorrow. Nominations by the President to the United States Coal Commission were confirmed, and the annual supply bill for the Department of Commerce was reported at 225,800,000 by the House Appropriations Committee. The Costa Rican delegation resigned during the Central American conference adjournment amid Costa Rica’s political situation. Secretary Hughes urged adequately compensating diplomats and consuls, while Chief Justice Patt agreed to testify on Kelley impeachment charges against Attorney General Daugherty. The alien property custodian’s release plan sought enactment before March 4, and Treasury bills were prepared for Senate action after brief hearings. The report also notes expansion of the federal conciliatory machinery to handle labor disputes.

Tone Senate Weather Bureau Matt B Haver Wiyao Coutty Supreme ‘Court McLeay Senate Banking Committee Afording United States Coal Commission Senate Departmenty of Commerce Aighibor Wwe House Appropriations Committee Harding Nivel Academy Central American Conference Costa Vica Hughes Beefore House Patt Kelley Daugherty Treasury Department Seeretary Davis

Dry Violators Face Double Trial in New High School

A long court discussion centers on prohibition power and state versus federal enforcement under the 13th Amendment. The piece covers legal definitions, potential penalties, and references several cases and authorities, including the Regal Drug and related enforcement actions, amid local council budget matters and use of public school facilities for events.

NEW High School Regal Drug Corporation Ot !Gan Prandsen Wipro Manwlac Supreme Roort Joane McKenna Yhg Coun Jung Intershal Yovenue Fae Jety Congress Eric Lan Ani

London Conference Ends Without Decisive Action

A damaged report from London notes no general plan emerged at the conference to ease demands. Britain signals intent to scale back certain commitments while seeking time, with Allied powers debating reparations and future status as tensions linger among participant nations.

London to salvage entente as reparations talks stall

Fragmented notes describe dire prospects for a unified Allied stance on reparations after London talks collapse. Paris discussions are described as stalling with ministers signaling possible concessions to cancel French debts if Britain’s approach shifts, while U S hopes to shape a European settlement.

London Howers United States Paris Alud Promiers France Meenatt Jonas Lee

Health board battle over women physicians exams in schools

A secret session reveals protests against disrobing physical exams for public school girls. The Board of Education directs exams occur only with a woman physician and nurse present, prompting political pushback before elections. Local officials cite health authority while opponents demand safer procedures.

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Troops Ordered to Protect Theft Probers

Military units deployed to shield investigation personnel and state officials amid probing inquiries. Officers emphasized security for investigators, while political factions called for restraint and orderly procedures.

Bryan Endorsement Sparks Debate On Electoral Reform

A partisan clash over electors pits a plan for congressional district voting against state-based methods. Proponents argue it could curb unfair advantages, while opponents warn of constitutional and political risks and question feasibility across states. The dialogue frames a broader fight over how the nation should weight the president’s selection.

Miniyan Ashion Prealden Baur Cong Waoyhli Plain

Fragmentary political remarks from late election coverage

Incomplete OCR text references Mr. Bryan discussing the results of the late election and noting progressive sentiment growing in both parties while reacting against reactionary government. The fragmentary items make precise attribution and context unclear.

Speer Bryan Saiat

Official Quarters Deserted Amid Allied Premier Delay Berlin

Descriptions from Berlin report officials abandoning quarters as news of Chancellor Cuno’s proposals delays the Allied premier’s decision. Government circles still hope for a temporary accord to delay major panacea measures for Germany.

Berlin Londor Cartier

Attorney Threatens Appeal in Murder Case

Providence court records show attorney Normand Reday of Taatcher firm announcing plans to appeal the murder conviction of Leland Pethler of Central Falls. Pethler is charged with killing Stator Alexander P. Cronkhite in October 1918 at Lewis Weston Institute.

Providence Taatcher Normand Reday Wits Noulfidiacy G. Arnold Leland Pethler Central Falls J. L. Torner United States Army Stator Alexander P. Cronkhite Lewis Weshi Inston Lee Tacoma Washington

Sister of Giant Files Administration Paper

Fairfield Den 21 speving Lacey Pendergast of Fairfield, sister of William H. Augu deceased Cardit giant applied to be administrator of his estate. Judge Wakeman to hear petition for appointment at December 20.

Fairfield Den Lacey Pendergast Mairfield

Bridgeport City Meeting List And Civic Groups

A dense list of local clubs and organizations appears to gather in Bridgeport venues including the Bridgeport Business Mediation, Master Builders, Rifle Club, Daughters of St George, Seaside Jibve, Sisters of Heenan, and various lodges and associations. The scattered entries reference venues on Main Street Stratford Avenue and Union Avenue with dates in the late 1800s style addresses and group names, indicating a public notices page listing meetings and affiliations.

Bridgeport Algieble Cub J A Golden Hun Mike Counell Wee Washington Inverie Red Rove Circle Bashc Majesty Briggeport Business Mediation LTS Atenat Bridgeport Hire Maderwickys Association Almongnis Clit Bridgeport Master Builders Teschange Stratford Aves Bridgeport Rifle Club Stary Armies Martha Washington Jades Daughters of St. George Stratrars Seaside Ladies Gahees Archshee Olgh Joie Sisters of Heenan Witty District Repubiicuss Club Union Avenua Coure Peyeniaol Cannon Haritons Lodge AL Fe Mara Street Calatthe Tormyne Lythhenais Main Shenandox Lodge Housatone Corallian Jorlae FP Sui Ase Mei Alan Sone Daughers of Liberty State Street Jane C. Thuetcamp Sick Benefic Association State Stronk Charles H. Onstrejars Carpenters and Jolier Jreet

Notable Naval Cadet Case Tiers at Annapolis Admit Brief

A fragmentary notice notes a cadet at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis faced dismissal. It identifies the student as the son of Mrs. Harriet Hyde Knivking, connected to a prominent local family. The unglossed text implies a disciplinary action amid a broader social context.

Soidnots Prinetel Newe Academy Annapolis Farheeing Harriet Hyde Knivking Pestasler Gillet

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