Dwyer Convicted on One Count at Trial in Litchfield
In Wor rington on December 19 a Superior Court jury found Dwyer guilty on the fourth charge of liquor selling with intent to hinder, while acquitting him on other counts. A new trial on the remaining charges will be held at the January term per State's Attorney Walter Olcomb. Dwyer received 30 days in jail and a $199 fine with an appeal planned.
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Worrington
Ar & Teo
Dwyer
Oo Wag
Toa
Coxis
Wut
Alleged Slayer of New York Gangster Is Released
New York December 19 The charge of first degree murder against Joseph Fires, once alleged to have killed gangster Bullet, has been dismissed or reduced, following legal action. The Brooklyn shooting figure was linked to a larger crime case and was released from custody amid the ongoing inquiry.
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New York
Joseph Fires
Bullett
Brooklyn
No More Stains on Children's Teeth Bleachodent Combination
A historical advertisement claims Bleachodent Combination instantly dissolves surface stains and cleans teeth without harming enamel. It promises whiter teeth for children and adults, with a money back guarantee and nationwide drugstore availability.
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Andersen
Iaindie Drug Co
Leverty Drug Co
Tigeetts Drug Store
Relief Board Budget Sees Jump From 1923 Total
The Board of Relief requests a budget for 1924 totaling $2,599, a rise of $165 from 1923. Chief Auditor Bernard Keating leads the audit review as clerk salaries increase by $210 and stationery, anti items rise, while last year’s $109 advertising allowance is removed. Town Clerk Joseph W. Wieler seeks $40,000 for election expenses including $4,009 for voting machines and $2,000 for miscellaneous items.
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Lonard
Board of Relief
Tty
Yexday
Bernard Keating
Ontil
Joseph W. Wieler
Coast Guard aide promoted to admiral rank
Washington Dec. 19 Fred j orick CG Billard of Maryland serving as aide to the Coast Guard commandant was nominated by President Coolidge to be commandant with the rank of rear admiral. Sky will succeed Rear Admiral William Td Reynolds who retires next month on account of ufo.
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Washington
Fredj Orick CG. Billard
Maryland
Coast Guard
President Coolidge
Sky
Willam Td. Reynolds
Ufo
Senator Ladd proposes farm and shipper representation on Shipping Board
Senator Ladd of North Dakota urges inclusion of farmers and interior shippers on the Shipping Board. He will present views to the Commerce Committee ahead of the nomination hearings for Edward P. Parley of Chicago as board chairman.
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Washington
Senator Ladd
Republican
North Dakota
Commerce Committee
Edward P. Parley
Chicare
Chalemar
Famous Alaskan resort burned in Juneau
A famous Heidelberg saloon in Juneau burned yesterday destroying the Liddelberskaloon building in the downtown business district. Loss estimated at 120000 dollars. before prohibition the Heidelberg saloon was famed as the best furnished bar in the territory.
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Liddelberskaloon
Down Town
Iosg
Heidelbergsgaloon
Ex-Guards of Insane Jailed for Cruelty
New York December 19 Leon Putnam and Edward Laites former attendants at the Brooklyn asylum for the insane were found guilty of harsh treatment of inmates. They were sentenced to 22 and 20 years in jail respectively.
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New York
Leon Putnam
Edward Laites
Brooklyn Ality Hospital
Gor the
Clergy Injunction Bars Rev Collett From City Island Church
A New York Supreme Court judge granted a permanent injunction preventing Rev. Thomas Collett from entering Grace Episcopal Church at City Island or performing any priestly functions. The order issued December 19 reflects ongoing church dispute and authority over parish duties.
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Whith Plains
Rev. Thomas
Collett
Grace Episcopal Church
City Island
Supreme Court
Morschausser
Vetter Murder Trial Defense Rests Its Case
In New York, the Erie County murder trial of Ernest Vetter proceeds as defense rests after witnesses describe Storey as a Lothario. Brunner fainted in court and moments later Vetter's father also collapsed, triggering a sudden adjournment. The defense aimed to attack Storey’s character and Vetter family reputation while the state recalls a 17 year old sister to discuss the defendant’s sister’s life.
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York
Dee
Ernest Vetter
Mra Votter
Brunnery
Storey
Brunnumer
Four of Six Brothers Held in Jail in Newbury Case
In Newbury Massachusetts police report that four of six Merrimac brothers are jailed after a deg. 19 charge for stoning and an automobile theft incident. Verney and Curtin Bouf fier were arrested. a machine belonging to William Fitzgerald was recovered. The four brothers previously served jail terms for thefts at summer cottages. One of the men was named and another missing on probation at the time of the theft charges.
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New Haven
Verney
Curtin
Newbury
Urges Growing Trees for Christmas Use
Harrisburg Pax reports Joan Keller of the bureau of silvicultural, department of forests and waters, advocates planting a continuity Christmas tree by every member in a suitable place rather than cutting down a tree for a few days. An evergreen 15 to 20 feet tall can be transplanted in spring at a pace not exceeding that of a standard Christmas tree.
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Harrisburg
Pax
Joan W
Oil Tank Explosion Kills Worker in Ayvleboro
In Ayvleboro Massachusetts Dees Li mon Walker an oil industry worker was killed when an underground crude oil tank exploded during a filling operation with John Glynn of Hast Providence present. Glynn escaped injury.
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Ayvleboro
Mass
Dees Limon Walker
John Glynn
Providence Waw
Glynn
Toyland and Santa Bring Cheer to Busy Season
Santa greets children, listens to their stories, and prepares for his journey as Toyland urges donations to ease his final hours. A third floor Books department highlights gift ideas for lovers of literature, including novels, adventures, romance, and children’s books across main and upstairs sections.
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Toyland
Santa
Finishing touches for gifts and decor items
A catalog note describes rosebuds for lingerie and baby clothes priced 25c to 5 dollars, metal medallions for old gold lampshades 39c to 1.25, chenille and silk fringes 50c to 1.50, bullion tassels 50c to 2, metal braids for trims 10c and up, ending remarks with male floor.
Luggage gifts for travelers in range of cases
Luggage items make a useful gift for travelers with options from hat boxes to wardrobe trunks. Fitted suit cases feature livery fittings and lined interiors priced from $6.50 to $29, leather Boston bags $1.50 to $6.50, brief cases $1 to $7.50, leather suit cases $10 to $15, and weekend cases $3.50 to $10. Tingement.
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Oman
Boston
Dupont
Christmas Candy Specials From Bridgeport
Candy pure good. What would Christmas be without candy. Ribbon candy made right here in Bridgeport. 2 lb box or bulk by the pound 30c. Fancy hard candy mixed 29c and 39c per lb. Christmas mixed candy 23c per lb 5 lbs for 1.15. Royal chocolate drops 33c per lb 5 lbs for 1.39. Assorted chocolates 35c per lb. Assorted chocolates wrapped 5 lbs for 1.55 and 2.50. Milk chocolates assorted 3 lbs for 2.50. Attractively boxed chocolates in 1 2 3 and 5 lb boxes 50c to 4. Basement.
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Bridgeport
Bright scarfs and caps bright assortment for children
A vivid display of scarfs and caps in white red green and striped patterns. The collection features various color combinations with matching tams priced at 3.95 per set.
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Moor
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