Christmas Court Records Lose Drunks After Prohibition Change
Bridgeport notes Christmas court quiet with no drunken arrests as Volstead era shifts crowding and chaos. In Auburn prison riot escape, five convicts aimed to free a member. one slain, others recaptured after sawing bars and reaching roof. guard injured and gunfire reports. Authorities launch full investigation into escape plan and guard actions.
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Heavy bail for three in city raid on Housatonic avenue
Police raided a house at 653 Housatonic avenue described as an alleged house of ill fame. Three men and Mrs. Helen Brown were named. They faced bail set at 500 dollars each and were held in default of bonds as cases were continued. A fourth person was injured during the incident.
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Five killed and four wounded by troops in Cairo
Rioters attacked a police station in Mousky quarter this morning. The unrest spread to Port Said Ismailia Suez and Alexandria with sabotage attacks on telegraph and telephone lines. Casualties in Cairo reported as at least nineteen killed and about forty wounded amid transportation disruptions and curfews.
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Kelleher Arrested for Liquor Violation
Patrick Kelleher, proprietor of a business on State Street, was arrested last night and charged with liquor violations. He was placed in custody on a criminal charge and released on bail of 310 dollars. Two men were arrested during the same incident and may face drunkenness charges.
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Brokers before City Court fail to furnish bail
Three brokers from a Liberty Building firm were arraigned yesterday on breach of peace charges, with bail set at 5,000 each. Their cases were continued for further hearing as investigators probe alleged large scale misrepresentation and possible conspiracy to defraud. Suspects identify as Joseph Bailey alias Lynch, Edward Farnum alias F, and John Dewgias R.
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Firemen Escape In Milford Crash
Milford officers report a minor garage fire and a street collision after engines collided with a auto on Gull street near New Maven. Both vehicles sustained damage and no injuries were noted. investigators cited icy pavement as cause and ruled out driver negligence.
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Gas fumes from heater wipe out Detroit family
A Detroit family perished from gas fumes traced to a heater. Police say Gaetano Mighoadr, his wife, and three children were found dead in a home decorated for Christmas. Neighbors had not seen them since Christmas Eve. investigators believe gas buildup caused asphyxiation while a blaze and heat filled the rear room.
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Soldiers Bonus Debates Cloud Next Congress
Washington reports indicate legislative plans for merchant marine support and a broad soldiers bonus face uncertainty. Mondell left the White House after a conference with President Harding without approved measures, noting no definite bills or tax schemes to fund bonuses or tariffs, with decisions deferred to April or June.
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Final Conference on Ship Subsidy Set for Jan 9
Washington date reports a final conference on ship subsidy has been convened for January 9 to pave the plan for aiding American merchant marine. The plan includes ten percent import bonuses and a $100000 loan fund, with amendments to the Merchant Marine Act and tax relief to promote ships under the American flag. Endorsed by President Harding, the package aims to accelerate reform across the shipping board and related maritime finance.
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Miners Union Officers Jailed After Logan Demonstration
In Logan West Virginia on December 28 Prank Keeney and Fred Mooney, officers of District 17 United Mine Workers of America, and William Tilzeard, a sub district president, were jailed following their surrender at Huntington. They face charges linked to a Logan demonstration. bail was set at 1000 dollars.
Submarine impasse delays arms parley as delegates depart
A stalled conference to discuss submarine issues prompts postponement to allow French and Japanese delegates to receive official instructions. Soviet leaders praise U S aid and outline policy debates within the economy council. The famine relief plan and grain shipments are central to Lenins talks with the American relief administration.
General Reyna Executed by Firing Squad Near Nogales
General Francisco Reyna, a longtime figure in Mexican revolutions, was executed by firing squad in Nogales Sonora across the border from Nogales, Arizona. He and his chauffeur were captured while alleged to be digging rifles saddles and ammunition near Canosa, and a military court in Nogales tried him. Mexican officials said 20 rifles and 40 rounds of ammo were found at the site. Reyna was accused of planning an uprising and having ties to rival leaders. several alleged conspirators were arrested and later executed in Vermesillo Sonora.
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Coroner Finishes Finding On New Haven Fire
New Haven December 16 Coroner Hu Mix of New Haven issues his finding tomorrow about the November 27 fire that cost nine lives in the Gate Theatre blaze. The inquiry notes a nosey incident at the Gate Theatre and the theater’s operations led to its closure. Police had allowed reopening after a prior permit, but officials refused. The theater was open tonight.
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Death toll from California storm rises to four
Sturdy storms battered the California coast as rescue teams worked through debris and rising tides. Officials confirmed four fatalities and warned of further hazards from flooding and strong winds along affected counties.
Auto Injuries Result in Death of Olga Stuller
Olga Stuller twelve year old daughter of Mr and Mrs William Stuller died last night at Vincent's hospital from injuries suffered Wednesday when a bicycle struck her on Andover street as she walked from school. John Inkas driver of the car was arrested and charged with reckless driving. He was fined $400 on the charge and may face manslaughter charges after her death. Funeral arrangements set for tomorrow from 119 Alover street with services at St Stephens Church and burial at St Michael's Cemetery.
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Indications Point to New World Conference on Submarine Question
Washington December 26. The arms conference naval committee postponed its next meeting to await instructions from home officials on the American compromise for submarine limits. France and Japan oppose the plan, while the United States and Britain show willingness to scale down to 60,000 tons each. A larger world conference may be organized for 1928 or 1929 to reexamine submarine armament, with a possible general building holiday proposal if progress stalls.
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Debs Visits Washington After Parole Confab With Daugherty
Socialist leader Debs, freed from ten year Espionage sentence, traveled from Atlanta to Washington to meet President Harding and Attorney General Daugherty. Debs said his capitol visit was at the attorney general's request and planned to work for prisoners' freedom. He arrived with his brother Theodore and several aides and reporters.
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Junior Chamber Plans Student Visits to Local Plants
The Junior Chamber proposes bringing students to Bridgeport area plants to showcase operations and wartime supplies. The effort targets universities and colleges to boost interest in technical trades with factory tours and demonstrations amid broader town development.
Mob Seizes Jail Suspect and Lynches Coffee Shop Owner
In Key West Florida on Der. 29 Manuel Head, jailed coffee shop owner, was beaten by masked men and taken from the county jail. He was shot twice before being lynched on a country road near Old Fort Martelle after a mob overpowered deputies and Marines guarding the jail.
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Christmas Toys Trigger Neighborhood Fight
A dispute over Christmas toys led to a brawl between neighbors Charles W. Kent and Carmine Jordan in Oaketreck. Witnesses say Jordan's child claimed a toy from Jordan's elves, prompting an altercation during remonstrance. Kent struck Jordan, escalating the incident.
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