Attorneys Put Each Other on Witness Stand
In a $10,900 Bridgeport personal injury case, George C. Clark vs James H. Burnham, both sides called opposing counsel to the witness stand for a single question. Judge Avery allowed the move, with Theodora Stelber and Brennan clashing over who could testify. The judge ruled the matter proper as proceedings adjourned for the day.
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Superior Civil Court
Coungel
George C. Clark
James H. Burnham
Bridgeport
Emir
DBD
E. Brenntin Fo
Ney
Theodora Stelber
Avery
BrenntMn
Tormier
Goswerty
Steibe
Nag
Mr. Brennan
Wiraas
Two Exonerations in Fatal Auto Cases by Coroner
Coroner John J. Phelan ruled two drivers not criminally negligent in fatal accidents. Antone Walya of Briggenorth struck four year old Betty Jane Doharty of T5t Wood and was exonerated after testimony showing the child darted from an ash cart. Willem S. Menny of Greenwich was cleared in the death of Anna Schuffer, a 32 year old Greenwich nurse, with findings that the driver operated at 10 to 20 mph and two advancing machines blocked his view.
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John J. Phelan
Aim
Antone Walya
Briggenorth
Betty Jane Doharty
Greenwich
Anna Schuffer
Beetle Breaks Hungerstrike With Morphine Grain
New York December 15. A beetle nicknamed Dedo the Terrible ended a five day hunger strike by consuming a grain of morphine. Deputy police commissioner Carleton Simmons and American Museum of Natural History experts identified the beetle as domestes vulpinus. After five days of fasting the bugs died one by one until Dedo freed from compulsion ate the morphine and collapsed. Simmons declares the beetle will be treated as a drug addict.
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New York
Carleton Simmon
Herbert F. Schwartz
American Museum of Natural History
Domestes
Vulpinus
America
Yulning
York
England
Dodo
Immon
Dedo
Simmeon
Smart Bags Make Attractive Presents
The Migent nerdie-woman seeks unusual patterns and designs for Chr istus gifts and may craft beaded bags. Stylish purses feature cut steel bands and beads in black and iridescent tones. moire, duvetyn, and brocades are current fabrics. Fabric bags trimmed with embroidery-like designs are popular for shopping or sewing, with many patterns and transfer motifs available.
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Christus
First Texas woman to enter Legislature faces opposition
Tex Dec 1 report notes Mrs Widmans Wilmans, first woman in the Texas Legislature lower house, may seek property rights reform but opposes broad equal rights laws. She favors feminine influence yet resists radical changes, as she continues legal practice and civic activism with three daughters.
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Tex
Recount Petition Denied in Stratford Probate Race
Judge L P Waldo Marvin in Superior Court denied the recount petition filed by Judge Cherus I Welles, defeated candidate for Stratford judge of probate. The moderator A L McGrath’s official tally awarded John Smith 1,274 votes to Welles 1,392, with 32 vote majority for Smith. court found no grounds to question the return and noted voting was conducted openly with 70 observers. No appeal lies from this decision.
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Cherus I Welles
Stratfort
L. P. Waldo Marvin
Superior
Marvin
A. L. McGrath
John Smith
Necrelit
Welles
Wugh J. Lavery
Rooert Gould
Mena
Desert Species Echoes in American Century Debate
A focused note examines how a desert species embodies broader themes in the American century discourse. The piece traces ecological and cultural shifts, linking resilience, adaptation, and national identity across landscapes and time. It highlights specific species as symbols of enduring change.
Randa Hat Offered At Unusual $62 Price
A catalog note touts Randa hats for women at an exceptional $62, claiming the famous style and craftsmanship justify the unusual price. The sale promises high quality materials and workmanship, appealing to shoppers seeking value on fashionable headwear.
Great is the choice of dolls for Christmas season
A promotional notice extols a wide assortment of dolls for children and families, emphasizing dolls as a key holiday feature. It advertises ready-made doll families for all ages, describing options from babies to grown-ups and inviting choice for warm gift giving.
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Ike
Practical gifts for men that please and endure
A curated collection of practical gifts aimed at men who value sincere appreciation over empty indulgence. Excludes garish items, offering styles deemed approved by well dressed men, exclusive without being expensive.
Why Not A Smoking Jacket
pnere presents a light note on relaxing after work with a smoking jacket. Styles range from plaid back wool to brocade, with prices from three dollars upward, highlighting small luxuries in everyday comfort.
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Pnere
Rich Xmas Neckwear Rich patterns in quality ties
These ties are described as suitable for discerning men with rich patterns and colors. Silk ties from Soc to 82 are offered along with knit ties priced from 25 cents to 3 dollars and 50 cents.
Mufflers Offered For Skating Motoring And Dress
A range of mufflers in knitted wool and brush ed wool for skating or motoring plus silk mufflers in subdued hues. Wool mufflers priced from 1 to 3 dollars and silk mufflers from 3 to 8 dollars.
Bath Robes and Dressing Gowns Sale Preview
A compact fashion notice highlights bath robes priced from 3.85 to 18 dollars and dressing gowns at 15 dollars, presenting them as welcoming gifts. The copy notes the two items as key choices for gift giving and personal use with emphasis on masculine appeal.
Shirts Useful Pleasing Gifts
A short ad notes shirts as good gifts for men with varied fabrics and patterns. It highlights silk shirts priced from six to nine dollars, Madras shirts from one fifty to three fifty, and percale shifts from ten to two dollars.
Gifts To Make A Golfer Happy
A catalog style note offers golf related gifts including wardrobes from jackets to caps and gloves, plus golf equipment. It highlights sleeved jackets, sleeveless waistcoats, sweaters and scarves, caps, hose, and golf bags from Buhrke and other noted makes.
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Buhrke
Sweaters and Navy Pea Jackets in Outdoor Wear
Outdoor wear guide lists sweaters from 95 cents to 12 dollars. Pea jackets priced at 9.85 dollars. Sheep lined coats range from 9.35 to 724.50 dollars.
Gloves for Every Man’s Needs Featured for Gift
A dress glove showcase offers Buckskin English cape and mocha gloves, woolen knit and fur lined gauntlets for men. Prices range from 75 cents to 6.50 dollars with dress gloves 2 to 4.50 dollars and motoring gloves 2.75 to 6.50 dollars.
Hosiery Assortments Offer Warm Christmas Gifts
A local retailer promotes a wide hosiery selection for Christmas. The advert highlights silk hose from 73 cents to 3 dollars, golf stockings 1.50 to 2.50, and wool stockings 75 cents to 1.75, noting plain or clocked patterns and colors for men’s winter wear.
Leather Goods for Gifts and Utility
A catalog style list advertises dependable leather goods for gifts and daily use. Items include watch fobs, Bill folds, dollar cases, cigarette and cigar cases, keytainers, card cases, playing card leather cases, poker and military sets, bridge whist sets, tourist cases, and pocket combs with prices ranging from 35 cents to 19 dollars. The language emphasizes lasting satisfaction and practical selection.
Clothing Makes Fine Gifts from Howland's
Different family members plan to give a suit or overcoat to Dad Son or Brother. A fine remembrance indeed to see him wear it. Suits range from 25 to 45 dollars and overcoats from 20 to 50 dollars.
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Dad
Howland’s
House Slippers for Comfort and Bath Slippers Sale
A reader notice offers bath slippers priced at 65 cents and house slippers from 1.50 to 3.00, with pull-on slippers at 3.25. The ad promotes lounging wear with robe-style slippers and suggests selecting the preferred style for home use.
Handkerchiefs Yearly Favorites
Handkerchiefs year by year present a thoughtful gift with initials or colored borders. Early selection is urged for preferred kerchiefs and fine quality linen options.
Fine hosiery makes ideal gift for all tastes
Fine hosiery advertised as ideal gifts offers a range of full fashioned silk and lisle top stockings in colors black cordovan and fawn. Women's options include all silk with lisle top and sole priced at £2, heavy weight silk full length in black at $2.50 with lace, sport hose in medium weight silk and wool mix in brown silver and black at $1.50, and children's cashmere hose in black or cordovan priced per size.
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Ngpe
Good old Boston baked beans and bread offer
A short ad promises Boston baked beans and Howland home bread baked in a brick oven ready for pickup on Thursday. orders welcomed by Wednesday.
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Boston
Special Wednesday dinners offered at basement cafe
A dated advertisement promotes midweek dinners at 35 cents with a wide menu. Choices include beef steak pot pie with mushrooms, lamb, salmon on toast, cod with egg sauce, and cold meats, plus sides like potato salad and mashed potatoes. Desserts include cake pie or pudding with coffee tea cocoa or milk.
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