Christmas violence floods Bridgeport police records
A Christmas period of rapid violence hits Bridgeport with numerous incidents. A man shot in a dance hall died soon after and a second victim sustained three stab wounds. Four men were stabbed in a boarding house fracas, two held up, robbed and beaten, while other assaults and attempted suicides are reported. Police report serious injuries, hospital treat ments, and multiple arrests as officers respond to the surge in crime over the holiday.
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Bridgeport
Orain
Srte
Claremen Jackson
Bequonsock Street
St Vincest’s Hospital
Prava
Main Stroet
Max
Jackson
Peter Gober
Joseph Thames
John Gordonis
Jamesn Street
Julius Orgin
Andover Street
Peter Kasth
Spruce Street
St Vincent's Hospital
Kasth
St. Vincents Hospi
Daring Raffles and Robberies In New York City
A string of daring raffles and Christmas Eve robberies in New York and Brooklyn surfaces. Reports detail disguises, forged actions, and multiple arrests including a sailor deserter, a Boston buyer, and several suspects facing high bail. Victims include James Kay at a Brooklyn cafe and a New York University fraternity guest.
Dirty Cuban Money Sparks Fresh U S and Banker Protest
Havana reports Americans and Cuban bankers condemn worn-out currency in circulation. Money is tattered and discolored, with health experts warning of potential hazards. A Georgia traveler allegedly exchanged 7,000 one-dollar bills for $2 each, while locals remain wary of counterfeit notes and banks vet new bills.
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Havana
Cuba
Georgia
I Wana
Chrysler Predicts Fifteen Years of Auto Prosperity Ahead
DETROIT December 26 Chrysler executive head Walter P Chrysler predicts at least fifteen years of continuing and increasing motor industry prosperity in Detroit. He notes a current surplus of demand and urges manufacturers to curb production and dealers to improve value. A return to normal conditions is expected after readjustment, with shortages likely to ease as wood cars sales rise.
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Detroit
Apting
Waller P. Chrysler
Jarese Automotive and Allied Industries
Lac
Crysler
MxChrysler
Race of Red Heads Mentioned at Regent Institute Meeting
Royal Anthropological Institute in London discussed red headed people as a separate race. Prof Parsons cites about four in every hundred as red headed, with 3.2 percent in London’s upper class versus 0.3 percent in lower classes. He notes many red heads among southwest Ireland beauties.
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Royal Anthropological Institute
London
G. Parsons
Parsone
Ireland
Public Hearing Tonight on City Hall More Schools
City Hall hosts a public hearing before the Ways and Means committee to consider a measure enabling the city to petition the Legislature to raise the bonding limit from five to ten percent of the grand list for funding new school buildings. Opposition exists, while supporters cite need for additional school space.
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City Hall
Tavoradt
Lne
Powar
Tor
Alfred Jackson Rescued by Tug in Striking Ducking Trip
Alfred Jackson and companions embarked on a duck hunting trip from Bridgeport. A heavy squall disabled the cruiser engine, forcing the elder Jackson to attempt repairs while the two smaller craft sought shelter. The younger Jackson rowed to shelter, and later the motor boat was sighted by Stratford Light, then picked up by tug Sattler after an overnight ordeal.
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Robotman
Highp Tae
LeRoy
Ash Creek
wRs
Pop Jackson
Alfred P. Jackson
Alfred Steeger
S. Table
Stratford
Salurdes
Jackson
Bridgeport Harbor
Alfred B.aTeckeon
William Youns
Gilbert Howardson
Alfred Steeves
Penfield Reef
Young
Edwardson
Steeves
Alfred Jackson
Penfield Reef Light
Pine Creek
Pyromaniac Led Police to Fires and Arrest
A man identified as Smith led authorities to multiple fires then fled but was recaptured and examined by the county prosecutor. Witnesses, troopers, and a ferryman noted footprints and a torn rubber piece at scenes. An attack on Andrew Brown’s home and other burning incidents were linked to the suspect.
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Lampe
Thi
Smith
Eversioes
Frolley
Andrew Brown
Fayette Cite Nationiedl Bank
Engagement Party at Pokras Home Last Evening
Announcement was made last night of the engagement of Miss Pokras daughter of Mr and Mrs Max Pokras of 695 Beechwood Avenue to Benjamin Greenberg of New Haven son of Mr and Mrs Manuel Greenberg. More than 100 attended the party in Miss Pokras home. Miss Pokras is known in musical circles and appeared in several regimental performances. Mr Groanhers a well known athlete and member of the Washington Glee football team attended.
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Max*Pokras
Beechswood Avenue
Benjamin Greenberg
New Hagan
Manuel Greenberg
Groanhers
Washington
Auto Crash and Murder Trial Looms in Cleveland
A car crash near Stratford Avenue left three injured as a Ford overturned after hitting a tent. In Cleveland, Judge William McGannon faces murder trial with defense planning about a dozen witnesses including his brother. Miss Mary S. Neely may be recalled for cross examination regarding the shooting scene.
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Cleveland
Udgse
McGanenon
Starolt C
Sagy
H. Boyd
McGannon
A. D. McGannon
Mary S. Neely
John Weslayes
Joyer
Lery Sis
Tomobi
Walker
Miss Neely
McGennon
Kagy
Origor Avenue
East Yih
Hamilton Avenue
East 9Th Street
Tre
Greeks Celebrate Christmas at Palace Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Constantine held a royal Christmas dinner with his family at the Athens palace as allied and adversary forces observe the holiday. British Admiral Ixley faces snubs over honors while Greece edges toward shifting foreign policy amid mounting tensions with Germany and the Allies.
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Athens
Pressi
Constantine
Phaleron
Germany
Tong
Jugerhavin
Senewine
Greece
Pastor Beaten By Crowd While En Route To Church
A pastor hurrying to St Pauls English Evangelical Church in Miatiken was beaten by a crowd today. He was knocked down twice and kicked by members of the crowd before his identity could be confirmed. He received medical aid and was later released.
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Dip Ruy
Bes
Camumuiion Serpy
Harry G. Miley
Pastas
Pauls
Jeter
Dirst
Milerts Tava
Capture of Fiume Now Imminent
Fragmentary report describes imminent capture of Fiume with a naval squadron offshore and ground forces in the bay. Text mentions battleships and destroyers, and possible orders to regulars to act only if provoked, though wording is garbled.
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Fiume Bay
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D' Ansnazioe
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Nara
Weather Almanac Fragments from Atlantic News Archive
Fragmented weather notes across regions describe snow and rain in New York Boston and Chicago with shifting temperatures. Storm warnings extend from Delaware to the mid Gulf coast while winds and tides affect coastal towns.
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Haven
Boston
Jacksonville
Kanias
New Orleans
Paln
York
Norfolk
Nockafield
Bos
Bridgeport
Ban Middletcock An Manne
Capyrign Sen Nbs
Victim of Gunman In Serious State After Operation
A man injured by a gunman remains in serious condition after surgery at St. Viyegal's hospital. The assault occurred near the bridge where he reportedly attempted suicide, suffering a hip fracture and other injuries. Doctors say his recovery is uncertain but possible.
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Badl
Antonib
Ropi
Lane
Beideeport Hospital
Veronica
Ivow
Rogt
David Harrison
Olive Istrad
Olive Street
Dominic Martin
Columbus Place
Michael Sakorowski
Railroad Avenue
Charles Mentry
Washington Avenue
Grand Street
Bridgeport Hospital
Spain
Prangisco Rodeguez
Caroline Street
Grand Street Bridge
St. Vincents Hospital
Frank J. Edger
Washington Street
Bridgeport
Viyegal
Gant
Pridge
George Pelosi Injured in Street Incident
George Pelosi was found lying unconscious on the sidewalk at West and Washington avenues Saturday. He recovered briefly at St Vincent's hospital and later said he did not know how he was injured. He suffered facial and scalp lacerations and was kept under observation for possible brain injury.
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Gearse
Olive Suract
Washington Avenues
St Vincent’s Hospital
Pelosi
Patrick Cox Charged With Shooting At Cordozze
Jean Cordome of 243 Cedar Street told police he was fired at three times early yesterday. He accused Patrick Cox of Eagle Street, who was taken into custody. Cox, in police questioning, did not detail the shooting. he will be arraigned today in City Court.
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Jean Cordome
Cedar Street
Ihe
Patrick Cox
Eagle Street
Fred
Cox
Cerdazzo
Hris
City Cours
Young Negroes Confess to Murders and Holdups
In St Louis on December 26 two youths, Alfred Lane 18 and Raymond Kilsworth 17, confessed to murders and holdups. Police say they admitted shooting two men during last month’s robberies. The suspects were taken into custody after officers heard them say they would warn others.
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St. Louis
Alfred Lane
Raymond Kllsworth
Pretty Reception At Home Of Mr And Mrs Reich
A pretty engagement party was held last night at the home of Mr and Mrs Reich at 477 Colorado Avenue in honor of the engagement of their daughter Carrie to Herman P Golablat of The home was tastefully arranged with colored flowers and a decor. An afternoon visit by immediate families preceded an evening entertainment and reception for the younger set. Speidel's orchestra provided dancing music and Schwartz sang with several vocal numbers. Adelaide Imigler rendered piano pieces. A luncheon was served during the evening. Miss Boro lies well known in Craternpal and among Jewish people of She She is a member of the Hebrew Ladies Aid Society and several other charitable organizations.
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Marty
WMG
Mr and Airs
Colorado Avenue
Carrie
Terman P
Falkg
Schwaben Society Yale Celebration Delights Hundreds
Schwaben Society held a Christmas celebration at Schwaben hall in Bridfonort with nearly 1300 attendees. Neel Herman Gorster acted as Santa Claus as children received presents from the tree while the Mariner-Chor sang Holy Night and other carols. Refreshments were served and open house planned for New Year’s Eve, with a concert the following Sunday.
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Morkhan
Bridfonort Schwann Sick Bene Rt Society
Sohwaben Hall
Neel Herman Gorster
Santa Claus
Schwabischer Mariner-Chor
Sundar
Tanbaret
Behnaben Hell
Paul Barstell
William Armann
Gnarles Beumer
Christmas Services Observed with Solemnity in Church
Christmas Day services by Roman Catholics were marked by solemn rites. Early church ceremonies featured special singing as carols commemorated the nativity of Jesus Christ, reflecting the festive observance across the parish.
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Jeaus Christ
Dr Eddy to Speak at Forum on Sunday Evening
Overseas secretary and general missionary of the American Board, George Sherwood Eddy, has just returned after an eight month trip through Palestine Smyrna Constantinople Vienna Copenhagen Stockholm and London. He will address the United choral Forum this Sunday on conditions in the visited regions. The program features a well rendered Christmas music suite by the choir.
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George Sherwood
Eddy
de Y
American Board
Palestine
Smyrna
Constanti Sofia
Vienna
Coppnhaneds Stocnholm
London
Ieddy
United Choral ‘Forum
Scenic Artists to Host New York Reception
The United Scenic Artistes union will hold an entertainment and reception at the Waldorf Astoria in New York in March 1921. The Bridgeport group includes members connected with the theatrical world, with Schafer noted as painting scenes for stock productions at the Guyotia Theatre. The New York office is at 161 West 46th Street.
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United’ Scenic Artiste- Unions
Bridgeport
Waldorf-Astoria
New Fork
Schafer
Guytia Theatre
New York
Wet 46Th Street
Obituary of Mrs M Elizabeth Hart widow of Henry W Hart
Mrs Elizabeth Hart widow of Henry W Hart died suddenly Saturday at the Sterling Widows' Home Prospect Place. Cause heart disease. She had visited her son Robert Hart on Ann Street on Christmas Day and fell ill shortly after returning to the Home. Survived by son Robert Hart of Stratford and another son W. Hart. Funeral Tuesday at Harley & Wilmot funeral rooms with Rev Donald B MacQueen officiating. Burial Mountain Grove Cemetery.
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M. Elizabeth Bart
Elizabeth
Henry WW
Hart
Sterting
Robert
Ann
Strcken
Teobert
Stratford
Harley & Wilmot
Donald B. MacQueen
First Baptist Church
Mountain Grove
Cemerecy
Folding fan origins and use in Japan and England
Facts of the fan describe its origin in Japan and adoption in Hast traditions. Folding fans were carried by both sexes at ceremonies and some featured a hidden blade. The fan reached England in Henry VI’s era via travel fromtrait France, introduced by Catherine de Medici.
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England
Tralx
Catherine de Medici
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