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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1921

Page

2

Venders of cider fined in city court case report

In city court yesterday morning vendors faced fines for selling cider containing more than the legal amount. John McNab of 377 East Mary Street and Helen Mafis of 75 Green Street were fined, with precise amounts noted for the violations.

John McNab East Mary Viate Hatfield Gurnell Eireet Cite Court Helen Mafis Greet Streets Hquor Cass Hast & MeNaw

Died Robertson and Johnson Obituaries in 1924 Notes

Died Robertson on Thursday Dec 29 aged 36. Funeral details indicate interment at a local cemetery. Johnson, aged 49 years 6 months 77 days, invited to attend funeral at Sonic Congress church corner Laureavane and Grove Street on Saturday December 31 at 2:36 PM, interment at Mt Grave cemetery.

Robertson Johnson Caroline Wigon Sonic Congress Thenal Cor Laureaveanes Grove Street Mt. Grave

Difficult 10 Get Real Good Liquor

Washington reports show rising enforcement activity as the prohibition unit logs more cases. A Pittsburgh area bulletin notes nine arrests in Mitshurga area over the weekend and warnings about bootleg liquor selling at high prices. Baltimore records indicate bootlegging declined due to stricter measures and non-beverage liquor controls.

Washington Jones Pennsylvania John Gxmriots Pittsburgh- Johnstown Mitshurga Tye Baltimore Edward Pud NZ Marsiand

Bandits Seize $30,000 Payroll at Paper Plant

Armed bandits held up the Moorenhouse Paper Company payroll at its Philadelphia plant. Rob ert T. Moorenouse was wounded in the leg during the robbery as attackers fired upon workers who hesitated. One employee was briefly shot but not seriously hurt.

Philadelphia Moorenouse Paper Company Robert T. Moorenouse Eraahnis Tobbers Moorehouse

Deposit Association Meeting at Seaside Club in January

The Connecticut State Deposit association plans its third quarterly gathering at the Seaside Club on Wednesday January 13. The business meeting opens at 6 pm, followed by dinner at 6:20 pm, with about 70 to 80 members expected. The agenda includes safe deposit vault discussions. An Anniversary Mass for Thom Healy is noted at St Peter’s on Monday January 2 at 9 am, and another for Mrs. Filler Donaldson at St Thomas’ Fairttell on Tuesday January 3 at 2 pm.

Connenticut State Deposit! Association Thom. Healy St. Peter's Ti Monda

Submarine Usage Agreement Outlines Carrier Tonnage

Negotiations yield a tentative plan allocating aircraft carrier tonnage among the United States Britain Japan France and Italy with caps on single ships and a mix of experimental vessels. The deal lowers prior totals and specifies build limits and future reassessment.

Britain United States Great Britain Japan France United Slaces

Inaugural Ball to Mayor Set as Brilliant Affair

The inaugural ball in Bridgeport will be a brilliant affair featuring Major attendees led by Mrs Atwater and a social gathering of leading citizens. A prominent committee will manage arrangements with orchestras, caterers, and parking services, promising a stylish dinner dance with formal attire and lively entertainment.

Atwater Paris B. Z. Ashinen Youlse Atweter Bilas Atwater Mary Hines Fois Cite Ans Ans Wsnzabeth Levie Caroline Chaprinan, Mea. Fiyont, Miss Eligbeth Pareto Nettteteh Mi Swinnerton Delinthy Nottira Harciet Winesor Fisd Clauder Davis Wheeler Julia Wheaten Lawrence 1. Gallagher Gallagher William T. Kirk Chainman George Acer Mara Garden PB. Williams Anderson Frank P. Munich Robert Waleh David F. Oshorhe Cornelius Tonnelly Chariss Bierbaum Fosend J. Mongrain Te Caney Willin Beloin William Tiaran Louis Sehwerdith Samuel Bo Pintkin Peter Traver Stephen F. Meann Geovee M. Coughlin Pael Remes Banivel Greenbaum Tabka Calhoun Isaac_ Sehine Dni Willams George McCormic Iw. Panlkyor Op. J Straffeld Rlinner San Uelil

Obituary for Berttia Schinle Me Becht funeral held

The funeral of Berttia Schinle Me Becht was held at her late home on Fifth Street. Delegates from the Shepherds of Rethieheld attended, with a family plot at Mark curgeiory. Survived by husband Ty Ts BLow, sons and daughters, and other relatives. services conducted by Holy Same seeinig Gp, with many local residents in attendance.

Mra Berttia Ifes Becht Fy Wis Seeténgie Pleo Moses Charles Linde Gusray Milles Lois Coaen Frei Order Shepherds of Rethieheld Blein Mark Curgeiory Hames Waldon Joona Weldon Beane Coun Chad Veet Une Smith Mr. Weldon Tie Seeinig Benet

US Court Orders State to Free Insane Convict Curtiss Case

Federal judge rules Edward W. Curtiss was held without due process after original commitment and transfer to a hospital. The decision notes Curtiss remained insane and detention violated the 14th amendment, with prior sentencing details and related contempt actions cited. Curtiss granted a divorce from EL W. Garthca in the superior court at Winsted.

U. S Edward W. Curtis Thomas Edward W. Curtiss Tatip Lee Curtiss Bel Ani Hitchfeld Ospital Morel Agas Fern of Curtiss Vurniss Litehield Anuats Spark Burpee Samuel A. Herman Jay Litchfield Titchfeld ‘County Fei Alain Hospital Middletown Wile Ghea Bucia Curt EL W. Garthca Winsted

Telegram Newsies to See Bill Hart Films at Theatre

Telegram Newsies head to the Park theater for a 10 o clock screening of Bill Hart films titled The White Oak and other reels. The event was arranged by theater manager Shiva with the Post and Telegram Newsboys in attendance.

Telegram Newsies Bill Hart Tidja Post Petroram Vark Vesterda Shiva

Debs Graceful Release Not a Full Pardon

The Attorney General disclosed the text of recommendations to the President showing Debs was not granted a pardon but commuted. The administration regards the act as grace and says it reflects policy toward wartime law violators, with focus on Carl Lat at Tex and others. Mr and Mrs Martin Keeley celebrate birth of a son in December.

Washingts Debs Ier Ivan Atlanta Fedlera Aristmas Hydis Nng Daugher i Tex Daugherty Sr Finn Debs Taugherty Westion Martin Keele Smith

Papyrilogists to Wave Busy Time in St Louis Tales

Scholars discuss papyrology at a convention in Wabash College Crawfordsville Indiana tracing ancient manuscripts. Professor Oldfather notes the term period at spyri and cites about 17 1109 documents translated and published with 5000未 yet deciphered, promising future releases. Robert F. H. Tord of Harvard University elected president of the American Papyrologists Association. Officers named include Dr Charles Henry Carthy, Right Rev Manaigner Tomas, Petar Guildas secretary and Frances Brainner archivist, all from Washington DC.

ST. Tales Wabash Vollege Cramgfordsville Indiana American Tistoriout Association Spyri Robert FH. Tord Hatvara Liniveraity Americen Uptholis Fistation Wew Varna Conn el Ted Charlies Henm Carthy Manaigner Tomas Petar Guildas Ang Iss Frances Braimner

Ballot Box Decisions At City Council Meeting

A council session discussed providing ballot boxes for each alley in the Common Council district. A second recommendation urged reimbursement of Democratic party expenses for ballot boxes and voting machine provisions at the polling sites.

Waleberg

Divorces Granted in Bridgeport and Nearby Courts

A series of divorce actions names multiple petitioners including Molly Anfant Gordon and Julius Haniva. Cases cite cruelty, abandonment, and nonpayment, with judges granting separations and divorces to women from Bridgeport and Danbury. Witnesses describe assault, gun presence, and desertion amid long marital disputes.

Worlon Diverer Molly Anfant Gordon Harry Gordeau Bridgeport Avery ASLT Worcester Vy ‘Igeport Lena J. Williams New Fafteld Henry Williams Gladeimbler Limes Henry Heisener Pninn Tnman Heitsneros Alice Wilson Gertrud Hhevens Ethel Connel Heissner Katherine Riverside Tohn Saxe Don May Marion Daisey Agnes Edwards Saye

Red Men Cheer 300 Children At Christmas Celebration

The Improved Order of Red Men and Kyoto council Pocahontas lodge hosted a free Christmas event for about 300 children. The gathering at Red Aten Hall, 925 Main Street, featured entertainment and gifts for attendees.

Kenekapetai Aid

Cafes Closed Police Target Tigers In Hidden Liquor Trade

Police shift focus to neighborhood grocery stores known as tiger shops amid crackdown on illicit liquor. Sam Ley of 1780 Mein street fined 2100 and costs for highproof liquor sale with suspended sentence. Joseph Pina of Main and Frankseats fined 200 and 30 respectively. Stenturl Trankel, keeper of a Ridge street grocery, arrested. authorities found about four gallons of white whiskey in the store.

Anil Lind Tigers Sam Ley Mein Street Joseph Pina Main Bureau of Investigation Stenturl Trankel Ridge Street Frankel Wee

American Flyers In World Record Flight Battle With Elements

American Flyers Stinson and Bertaud attempted a world record flight in a Farman Goliath, fighting bitter cold and NE 70 mile winds. The pilots, exhausted and covered in oil, praised the aircraft while French rivals Roussouuray and Bernard set a warmer June record with calm conditions.

Wasrey Stinson Bertaud Roussouuray Bernard Farman Goliath Uiet

Stillman Testimony To Be Heard Publicly In Canada

In the Tillman divorce case, testimony will be heard publicly in Canada. Mrs Anne A Stillman arrived in Quebec as hearings open in January. She aims to present many witnesses to counter allegations of intimacy with Fred Beauvais, named as corespondent by James A Stillman. New York banker.

Montreal Canada Tillman Hugene Godin Anne A. Stillman Quebec Fred J Beauvais James A. Stillman New York

Collector McGovern to Serve Out Term in City

James L. McGovern of this city will be allowed to complete his remaining year in office. His term ends December 1, 1922, though some doubt exists whether a successor will be named before the new administration takes over.

JaRen N.Y Collercy Pori James L. McGovern Washington

Building Permits Issued for Tet Construction Work

Permits totaling 4960 were issued yesterday for work at 122 Tarratt Avenue and surrounding attic and dormer rooms. The project involves stucco and dynel siding along Chase Street in Bridget Deadey.

Tarratt Avenue Chase Street

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