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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1921

Page

9

Negroes Charged With Perjury in New Haven Case

In New Haven three defendants Shelley Motley Lois Morton and an unnamed man face perjury charges tied to testimony in an inquest into the death of Joan Brock who was shot and killed by Officer O Neill Attorneys described the proceedings as the case moved toward trial with questions about indicting Whitney Voyor and the difficulty of obtaining a grand jury decision in a case involving serious crime. The hearing included testimony from Captain Willow and others about where the shooting occurred and who was present at the station.

MW Taven Shelley Motley Lois Morton Arass Win Hye Crav Joan Brock Newis Boston Ting Morton Ele Lowe Mobley Siabe Laecourt Salle Bengea Sation Amgaj Wiile Bouel Ward Vel Nett

Compel All Barbers to Pass Physical Test

Ruston Feb 7 Charles G Hadedon acting as registrative agent of the American Federation of Labor today urged licensing of all barbers and a required physical examination for customer safety. He argued health measures protect patrons from dangers due to close barber shop proximity while opponents called it an infringement on liberty.

Ruston Harles G. Hadedon Jive Federatio of Linler Hadedon Bodedan Maurice Z. Power Wibbe i Moudtel Barber Sachs

Disloyal Teachers Targeted by Legion Leader

Boston official Henry Y Ryan, head of the Americanism committee, claims 8 000 teachers in US institutions are disloyal and must be removed. He asserts a majority are in colleges and universities, as the executive committee meets to discuss action against unpatriotic instruction.

United Tates Henry Y Ryan Boston The American Legion Cosions Wigan

Photographic Copies Of Rothschild Will Filed

The probate court saw the first photographic copies of Jennie Rothschild s will filed as counsel for heirs sought ancillary administration of the decedent s Connecticut property. The copies are displayed with white letters on black. The New York Probate system had adopted photodocumentation earlier. About 8009 dollars in Bridgeport and Milford require administrators. the decedent was a summer resident in Connecticut.

Jennie Rothschild New York Connecticut Bridgeport Milford

Hyattsville Jackrabbits Terrorize Town In Maryland

Reports from Hyattsville Maryland describe roaming jackrabbits terrifying residents. Women children and dogs are chased while townsfolk fear for lunches and pets. Tales describe aggressive rabbits attacking people and even dragging a market basket.

Washington, Tech T.levon Hyattsville Washington Lyattsville Custer Lily

Report on City Finances Study Due March First

A probe of the city finances led by Thomas R. Lill for the Chamber of Commerce will be ready about March 1. Accountant Bill will observe current financing methods and suggest improvements. The study began after a referendum vote and has reviewed budgets, the city audit, and the Board of Appropriation.

Thomas R. Lill Chamber of Commerce Alr. Li Ind Common Connell Board of Tnne

Hardware Men to Hold Annual Meeting February 16

Readable fragments describe the 8th annual meeting of hardware dealers in Boston linked to the National Retail Hardware Dealers Association. Talks cover profits and automobile accessories. Lieutenant Governor Charles A. Vemopleton will be among speakers. other attendees include T. Rosenberg and John R. Kennedy.

Hardware Dentere Aectiont Hardware Alsa Debrups al Argos Indiana Dealers Association D. D Automobile Ty T. Rosenberg Tove EB. Seaman Sifeds Ames St Tania John R. Kennedy Charles A. Vemopleton Waterbury Hardware Maver Bovid GB Mitesorlday Ty Mann T. Bronson New Faven New England Boston Tony Stem

Golden Medical Discovery Praised For Blood and Bronchial Trouble

In Ratavia New York Maria Acusta James reports her blood as impoverished and her bronchial trouble improved by Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. She credits the tonic with rebuilding strength and purifying blood and recommends the product after a trial. A 10 cent trial package offer is advertised.

Ratavia N. Y Acusta Jams Harvester Avenue Dr. Pierce Tavatide Buffalo Golden Medical Discovery

Carpenters Brotherhood Meets in New Haven

The International Brotherhood of Carpenters begins a two day session in New Haven led by John J. Richards president of the local council. Delegates discuss upcoming policy and wage discussions behind closed doors with expectations of addressing membership concerns.

Carpenters Brotherhood New Haven John J. Richards

Galli-Curci Engagements at Metropolitan Opera

New York February 7 Madame Galli-Curci, soprano, renews her engagement with the Metropolitan Opera for the 1911-192 season. She has completed engagements with the Chicago Grand Opera Company and is now singing in New York as the season progresses.

New York Mme Gal- Ii-Quiei Lye Chicago Grand Operany Whith Exytres

Junior Chamber of Commerce Elect Officers Tomorrow

Temporary officers of the Junior Chamber of Commerce will be elected at the organization meeting tomorrow night at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters on State Street. The organizing committee drafted two constitutions and by laws to be presented for approval. The new body anticipates 7 to 110 charter members and has already enrolled several young men with more awaiting to join. Officers to be elected include a president two vice presidents and a treasurer with an executive secretary to be named after the election.

Tuior Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce State Street Wis Norrow Osers

Burkhart’s Table Compound Promises Cure for Digestive Ailments

An old advertisement claims Burkhart’s Table Compound can restore sleep and treat liver stomach trouble and constipation. It urges readers to write for a treatment and to pay at drug stores, promising a cure through a 20 day course.

Burkaars Mt Teal Burkhart H. Ison Degyers Cole Dave

Deerfield Historic Property Listings and Prices

A fragment listing several Deerfield properties and items including the Allen House at Deerfield also called the Old Plymouth House, the Sheldon House, and related autumn motifs. Prices are noted as five dollars and three dollars for items such as Falling Leaves and Appie Blossom Time.

Plymouth Gray Allen Deerfield A. Deerfield Sheldon House Appie

New Couch Covers Tapestries Listed At Low Prices

New couch covers and tapestries in browns, tans and black described as practical for any room especially living rooms. The catalog notes constant family use and pet wear with prices from five to twelve dollars based on weight and quality.

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