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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1926

Page

8

Fall-Doheny Case Jury Is Locked Up for Night

A Honolulu courtroom scene ended without verdict as the Fall Doheny jury remained deliberating after long direct and defense arguments. Prosecutor Roberts and defense chief Hogan clashed over a $100,000 loan to Fall by Doheny, with Thompson asserting the money was a clean loan tied to water rights and real estate.

Doheny Beart Harbor Hawaii Fail Pomorene Mark H. Thompson Newito Fall Wilton J. Kert Frank J. Hogan Fence Corps of Attorneya Hogan Mogan F. Pomerene Ter Harding Thompson Senate Een Montana Newico Priion Sinclair Beto Brivery Ward I Doheny, Jr Govnt Nource Doheny Nober Ward B. McLea Washington Fo Elk Hills Keny Denby K. Robinson Navy Department Siso Fimi Little Jay Curnet Wilton Lament Interior Department Navy Pan-American Petroleum Company Eric Hil'l Calif Charses Secretary of the Navy Rot Fall Hoxan Mark B. Thompson New Mext Old West Albert B. Fall Rivera New Mexico Owen J. Roberts Ananias Club Roberts Philadelphia Senate Committee Ioan Joseph J. Cotter Pan American Company Cotter New York Washington

Comfort for All Who Have Piles

Physicians claim permanent relief from piles with Colac Pills offered by Colac Inc. The ad cites rapid improvements in 24 hours and relief after days of use, detailing testimonials and urging purchase by mail or local drugstores. A Syracuse reader shares severe symptoms, while the firm promotes long history and worldwide production.

Waeen Gmeane Jane Yame Manedeu Gileen Reifeid Syracuse Colac Pte

Oil Crux Trial Ties Doheny Fall to Harding Era

Chronicle of events from 1921 to 1926 shows the transfer of naval oil reserves to Interior, Doheny advancing funds to Fall, leases for Elk Hills and Pearl Harbor contracts, ensuing indictments, and the 1926 trial in Washington. Testimony and letters highlight alleged bribery and political entanglements surrounding the Do heny affair and President Harding's cabinet.

Senate Thompson Campaigon Judas Iscariot Fall Edward B. McLean Washington Post Senator Walsh Montana New Mexico Pomerene Naval Oil Reserve Elk Hills Owen J. Roberts Hogan Washington Philadelphia Pomergne Harding Navy Interior Department Edward L. Doheny Interior Albert B. Fall Doheny Pan- American Petroleum and Transport Company Pearl Harbor Oll Car‘tying & Cause Elk Hills All Reserve Pan-American Company Senate of Committee Denby District of Columbia Los Angeles Court of Appeals Supreme Court Pal’ and Doheny

SENATORIAL VETS PUSH PROHIBITION PROBE MOVE

Continued from Pare One the plan to organize a bipartisan group to map a campaign of prosecution on other prohibition proposals is discussed. Senator Edge of New Jersey invites 20 senators to a conference amid secrecy remarks by Bruce allegations of tyrannical covert funding. Reed warns against targeting a source and Smoot urges strict enforcement of prohibition.

Edge New Jersey Senate Bruce Reed Smoot Utah

Harding's Tomb Desecrated By Fall Doheny Trial Verdict

In the conspiracy trial of former Interior Secretary Albert B. Fall and L. Doheny, the defense falters as government prosecutors press broad accusations. Pomerene closes for the prosecution, attacking Fall and Doheny as masterminds behind the oil deal while invoking Harding and Doheny’s finances. Tears mark the courtroom as Doheny weeps and Fall’s daughter leaves in distress.

Pomerene Albert B. Fall Interior Ohio Doheny Mra, Fall Justice Hoehling Edward L. Doheny Fall Washington Pep L. Doheny Atlee Pomereno Aft Owen J. Roberts Frank Hogan Delgnae Hogan Mr. Roberts Philadelphia Roberta Roberts Mr. Doheny Warren G. Harding Frail Navy Reserve Croesus Pan-American Company Thompson Wilton J. Lamber C. Chase

Gould Exonerated Counselor Declares In Senate Row

In Fredricton, N B a reported statement says Gould exonerated counselor declares the senate cannot probe citizenship status beyond the constitution. Missing records from the Saint John Valley railway investigation into Arthur R Gould’s 1911 $100000 bribe claim provoke speculation about political manipulation.

Fredricton N. B George Plidlake New Brunswick Saint John Valley Arthur R. Gould Maine Pidiake United States Senate Gould Saunft Senate J. K. Flemming Gould

Dirigible head's widow to wed in Boston spring

Washington dispatch reports Mrs. Zachary Lansdowne widow of Commander Lansdowne the Shenandoah disaster victim will marry John Caswell Jr of Boston next spring. Mrs Lansdowne who stayed with relatives since her husband’s death testified at the naval inquiry into the disaster. Caswell is engaged in the cotton business in Boston.

Washington Zachary Lansdowne Lansdowne John Caswell, Jr Boston

Girl Bandit Accused of Arson in Bank Robbery Case

A bank arson case centers on a young woman who posed as a newspaperwoman and questioned staff during several days around Anda Nelson reporting. Police in Austin received a robbery description and vehicle details from a witness, linking the suspect to a Buda holdup. The narrative mentions a husband and a lawyer, with the suspect a University of Texas graduate.

Tom Beison Anda Nelson Austin Tone Buda Mira Rosy Amarilla Anter Texas Secretty Ui+iversity of Texas Dan Mody

Warring Senate Bribery Inquiry Ties Indiana Figures

The document outlines a bribery inquiry involving Indiana figures as the Senate and House seek closure. It notes Benatar Gould, a Republican, and talks of witnesses and revenues around $106,000, with Sen Frank Smith and Gov. Smell under scrutiny. The report mentions the death of Senator Wilinw ley and Smith’s possible influence on decisions.

Nesot Ovyer Senate Albonti Ely Wen Benatar Gould Lunse Dowlsi Smith Serrier Indiana Republiser WiLinwley

Remington Plans New Knife Lines and Ammunition Push

Remington announces start of butcher knife production next week as part of expanded cutlery offerings. The firm also unveils two new ammunition products aimed at corrosion resistance and barrel fit, with distribution across multiple districts and a large executive gathering in Ilion and Bridgeport.

Remington Bridgeport Beniington Shel’s J. G. Heath Ilion Bri@renort Sessons Francisca William R. iLord Sara Menager B. L. Tieney

Welsh Masons Leader Hl Lines Dies After Long Service

Hl Lines of Meriden died after a long active Masonic life spanning York Rite, General Grand Encampment, and the Templar order. Born in Nangattuck in 1838, he moved to Meriden in 194 and held officer roles across many lodges, serving as treasurer of the General Grand Encampment and sustaining strong involvement in the Masonic Home project in Walterford.

Marien Opynle H. Platt Lines York Tiv Rite Masonry Long Templar the United General Assembly Walterford Nes Bart Mr. Lines Nangattuck Meriden

Railroader Dies After Long Service in Bridgeport

Longtime railroad employee Mr. Cogswell died after a career spanning Civil War era to the jumbo locomotive and electric age. He rose to assistant agent in Bridgeport and served in the freight office until retirement. Survived by two children and two grandchildren, he was a former member of the Common Council and active in local affairs.

Bridgeport Housatonic Hne Ince Cogswell New Haven General Grant Cugswell Ond Common Council New England England Ipswitch Mass Lucy Alexander Cogswell Richard W. Cogswell Grace M James A. Marr Jean Marr Victor Cole Co

Coolidge Chooses Swan for Yale Law Dean

Yale Law School weighs appointing Dean Swan after strong progress under his leadership. Swan, Harvard Law graduate and former Harvard Law Review editor, silent on acceptance as officials consider a possible successor to Judge Henry Ware Rogers. The move follows Swan’s prominence and anticipated expansion projects for the school.

Dean Swan Swan Henry Ware Rogers Law School Yale Harvard Law School Harvard Law Review Harvard Law

Car thief caught after chase through town streets

A man fled after approaching party, chased by Mr Oppel and Mrs Higsins. He ran past the Post Office and down Main Street before being tackled near the Post Office Arcade. Patrolman Blair arrested him, and he was booked at police headquarters for attempted automobile theft. The car had been left locked but was broken into with parcels scattered inside.

Brand Street Oppel Higsins Post Office Arcade Main Street Himzins Siggins Qopel Blair

Post Office warns on cigar box padding

Postmaster Arthur Connor warned that cigars mailed at Christmas must be padded between the box and wrapping paper. Boxes sent without padding damage ends, and several such boxes have already appeared this year.

Fital Arthur FL Connor

Milford woman charged in string of fires ends in death

Mrs. Conlin, 52, linked to six incendiary blazes causing 75 600 in damage near Milford and Silver Beach, died in Brooklyn after arrest and detention. Trial originally set for December 27, bond set at 34 000 by National Security. Fire at Samuel Silver cottage caused about 100 dollars.

Conlin Silver Beach Milford New Haven County Brooklyn Mary Conlin Omar W. Platt James Fi. Murphy Wherry Natenal Security Company New York Ahormes Murphy Samuel Silver Park Avenue

Treasury limits building survey and post office plan

Treasury officials testifying before the House Building Committee outlined post office building allocations under the 3530.00.09 plan. Secretary Mellon cited 8 towns with annual postal receipts above 5,000 and noted total construction costs across eight districts, totaling hundreds of millions, with estimates suggesting not more than 200 buildings could be constructed under the act.

Washington Treasury Mellon Gay House Building Committee San Francisco Ryther The

Trumbull Returns From Florida Hunting Trip

Governor Trumbull Motor Vehicle Commissioner Robbins Stoeckel and Col. Charles H. Alien returned from a Florida hunting trip hosted by Governor Martin. They reportedly shot about fifteen wild turkeys, ten of which were shipped to Connecticut.

Hartford Trumbull Robbins Stoeckel J. Henry Roraback Republican State Central Committee Col Charles H. Alien Florida Martin Connecticut

Man jailed for writing checks with no funds

New Haven December 15 AP reports Giuseppe Epnopeto of Shelton found guilty on two counts of issuing checks without sufficient funds. Judge sentenced him to 99 days in jail. Police traced him to a fraud scheme against dealers in the market, with two checks to Lanow Fruit Co and one to Dominick Perotti totaling nearly $40.

New Haven Giuseppe Epnopeto Shelton Wes C ‘ Kat

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