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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1920
Page
4
Shop announces a final day sale before January 1 offering dramatic markdowns on hats scarves fur items and garments. Highlights include hats and plush sailor hats at less than half price fur scarves muffs marabout capes ostrich boas dolls rain coats bath robes and Angora wool scarfs all at cost or heavily reduced prices.
A local ad promotes mufflers priced at 3.48 during a special day before Christmas sale, offering discounts from the regular 4.00 price. The short notice emphasizes savings and limited time availability for shoppers.
The Vincent Brothers filed a $16,000 suit against the railroad company alleging negligence in a fire at their yard. They claim the heater overheated and destroyed buildings valued at $5,717 plus lost business, with the railroad blamed for failure to maintain safe equipment.
A $10,000 damage claim seeks recovery for the death of C N Bates following a motor vehicle collision. Bates, a carpenter with six children, was struck and killed by a horse drawn or motor vehicle operated by an alleged chauffeur, under negligence allegations. The suit filed in probate court names Samuel Cooper and others in a case tied to estate matters among the Cragin area.
Fragmentary OCR shows unclear names and actions about a murder defense, trial timing, and counsel comments. The garbled text references a defendant, legal process, and requests for statements, without coherent details or identifiable entities.
A former New York policeman, Thomas Sait, was arrested in Providence and held for counterfeiting after attempting to pay for a department store purchase with two counterfeit ten dollar bills. Detectives say the suspect offered the bills and fled when challenged, leading to his capture.
Boston police report arrest of two men tied to a string of counterfeit delivery scams. Officials say the suspects proposed hiring a guard and fake purchases to disguise the thefts, with several charges pending as investigations proceed.
The Milford area reports a last term session for Judge Maltbie at the Superior Court as cases for January near resolution. Duck hunting conditions are described as open winter, with plentiful ducks near the Hudson River breakwater and shore lines, attracting local shooters to small boats and coastal blinds along the river.
New Haven officials note holiday travel is lighter than past Christmas periods. Grand Central Terminal will run extra sections today and Sunday to handle heavy vacation traffic with flexible emergency plans in place for peak loads.
Railroad officials commented on the amount of freight handled at Bridgeport, noting an overall downturn as industries slow. The report cites reduced shipments along the New Water Road arid Beeport area, reflecting a broader decline in industrial activity and rail capacity usage.
Two divorce petitions were filed yesterday in the Superior Court. The report notes proceedings involving individuals unnamed in the fragment, with references to court actions and possible appearances.
A suit filed in the Superior Court seeks recovery on a loan against the Done Ring Carburette Corporation. The case alleges damages of 32 dollars and involves the Bassick Company and related parties in a commercial loan dispute. Entities referenced include Bassick Company and Done Ring Carburette Corporation.
The Independent Vesara group plans Christmas relief for ill members, sending aid to Mr and Mrs A and other monks in Berkshire while confirming continued support from the fraternal organization.
A fatal explosion and fire at the Southern Pacific terminal in Galveston injured three others and caused property losses estimated between 100000 and 800000 dollars aboard the Harge Bay terminal cargo ship. The blast occurred while charging at pier A Southern Pacific terminal.
France decorates the American committee for dance and relief work in the departments of Oise and Somme. Malm, president, and Miss Anne Morgan, vice president, are honored by the French government for their service to war and reconstruction efforts.
A prominent mine owner faces bigamy charges in a federal investigation. Officials say the wealthy individual, tied to a rich family, is under scrutiny as investigators pursue the case across states. The details remain limited and the case continues.
A garbled report describes autos on Bridgeport Street involved in a collision near Sheep Run owned by Louis Wantrow Maltstrael. One car, connected to George Steinhart Co. electrical contractors, is said to have struck a second vehicle as drivers attempted to move away from a trolley street scene.
A man killed his wife and all three children in a terrible family murder at their home. Investigators say the suspect carried out the attack after a personal crisis and used a hammer and other means to carry out the killings before attempting to take his own life. Police report the victims Irene, Madeline, and others as the family. The case remains under investigation with authorities reviewing evidence and statements.
A damaged clipping catalogs assorted prices for toys and baby items. Entries show ranges from 29c to 16.50 and mention pajamas and baby needs, with several odd numeric fragments and no coherent item descriptions.
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