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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1920

Page

2

Accused Lawyer Claims Nichols Had Dummy Co

The filing describes a contract signed October with Tamil and Bridgeport Machine and Tool Manufacturing Co Ltd and Nichols. Nichols failed to perform while the company paid $10,000 via Lund and Henry Robber to attorney Mesard. Nichols obtained papers in Hartford and faced payment withholding. lawsuits followed including a 1920 action by Feldman Manufacturing against Bridgeport Machine Tool and Henry Bobker, alleging fraud from a prior sale. Mesard withheld the balance, and legal maneuvering continued as Nichols sought to receive the remaining funds, with stock assignments and patent rights at issue. The case was scheduled for February 19 before Judge Keeler amid ongoing dispute over performance and payments.

Nichols Tamil Bridgeport Machine & ‘Vnal “Manufacturing Company Une. Jolit- Mye Nichols Flogg Et. Mediatel Nichols A Hartford Artford Niels Greenstein Mesard Bridgeport Machine Tool Manufacturing Company Henry Bobker Feldman Manufacturing Company 4A New Wx ‘Corporation U. S.istrict Court Southern Disp Ot New York Bridgeport Ma— Nine Cols John Smith States Street Smith Tome Badesoh Alen Smith OrmontAs Keeler Solomon Barlesch

Republicans Say Treaty Is Cruel

The debate rages as critics deride the treaty as cruel to Germany while urging ratification to curb reparations and preserve national tradition. Senators Borah Hitchcock Knox and Hoover weigh in on the balance of power, US leverage, and constitutional safeguards amid European pressure.

United States Germany Wilson Clemeneau Lloyd George Tve Lloyd Georges Hitchcock Torah Knox Sloover Sarah Mor Hoover

Delaney Denies Mesard's Charge in Bridgeport Case

In Bridgeport city court four defense attorneys plead for speedy trial amid charges against them. District Attorney DeLaney asks for a continuance. judge grants until February 19. Badesch deflects questions about a supposed bankruptcy ring tied to the arrest.

Solomon Badesch Sher Bridgeport DeLaney Burr and Knapp Grand Rapids Furniture Company Attorners Wraress J. Breen Black Rock Avenue Harry Mesard Tmortand Avenue Solomon Badeson Itranistan Avenue Henry Greenstein Benham Avenue Attornneys

Towels and Clothes Rack Tips for Small Closets

Use one or two ordinary nickel towel racks to save space in a small closet. Ensure the rack is long enough to span the closet width. Ends bent at right angles can be fastened to the wall or rested on the molding. The rod supports coat hangers and allows room for more hangers when the hooks slide.

Policeman Breaks Up Poker Game At Back Room

A police officer entered a billiard hall back room and arrested nine people for gambling. The participants played poker for fun and reportedly did not use money.

Spok Ant Ydd

Chain Co Luncheon Honors Lincoln With Song

Workers at the American Chain Company observed Lincoln's memory during lunch hour. They sang The Star Spangled Banner Polly Wolly Doodle and The Battle Hymn of the Republic with Misses Bessie Whitaker and Mary Royal as soloists. Sarah Curtis read the Gettysburg Address, and the staff reflected on Lincoln's contributions.

Agnes Varnic Lane Bell Mann Bearse Sor Gar Ameri Esmile Charlie Danvrin Charlie Potter John Metter Bessie Yeversbody Lincoln Sarah Curtis Geltyourg Battle Lynn Republic Bessia Whitaker Mary Roval

G O P Urged to Petition Holcomb for Suffrage Vote

The Republican state committee, meeting in Hartford, will be urged to petition Governor Holcomb to call a special session of the general assembly to vote on ratifying the federal suffrage amendment. Willam Seeley will represent John T. King, with Arthur Connor and Alexander Delaney as other district members. Colonel Ullman and Charles Goodwin support action. State Chairman Harwood says no decision yet.

John T. King State Central Republican Committee Hartford Willam LE. Seeley King Arthur Ff, Connor Alexander L. Delaney Holcomb General Assembly J. M. Uilman New Haven Cillman Ullman Charles 3. Goodwin Central Committee G. O. BP Mr. Goodwin Henry Rarwback

Lincoln Day Observances Close Lincoln Day in Bridgeport

Lincoln Day will close schools and many shops in Bridgeport tomorrow. The Americanization Bureau hosts a large meeting at Lincoln School on Stratford Avenue with Dr. Walter H Brown and Rev Archibald Campbell as speakers. The event includes music and films and is open to all adults with no admission fee.

Lincoln Day Sokol Hall Lincoln School Lincoln Abraham Lincoln Bridgeport iAmericanization Bureau Stratford Avenue Americanimation Bureau Walter H

Johnson Cancels Speaking Dates During Campaign Pause

Johnson of California, recovering from influenza at his home, has cancelled campaign speeches for this week and next in Minnesota and North Dakota. His condition is improving and he may resume public appearances soon. The report also notes an expected cable project linking Brazilian ports with the Americas to enhance U S communications by March.

Washington Johnson California Minnesota North Dakota

Bantam David Trains On Size Against Sullivan

A humorous note reports the bantam David from San Diego weighing a pound and three ounces as he sparred with heavyweight John L. Sullivan at a poultry show. Spectators claimed David bragged about his chances while Sullivan offered a wry smile.

San Diego David John L. Sullivan John Ta

Sims Belittled Work Rumors In Paris Hearing

Admiral Sims defended his remarks in Paris testimony saying visitors misunderstood him and confused his statements with others. He argued American forces were not winning the war and that the press at home overstated our role. Rep Byrnes and Sen Glass pressed his account while Sims cited jealousies between armies and rumors of a general staff withdrawal and transport collapse.

Alives France Admiral Sims Paris General Pershing Service of Supply America United States

All-Russian Army Nearly Exterminated

New York report states General Yudeniteh’s remnants in Petrograd vicinity have almost collapsed. Only about 2,000 officers and 13,000 men remain, all afflicted with typhus, per a telegram via Basile Maklakov, Paris representative for anti-Bolshevik forces, released by the American Red Cross relief committee.

New York Yudeniteh Volshviki Petrograd Orphus Basile Maklakof Paris Central Committee For Yudentzen Cablagram Mowemko Hugkind

Obituary notices from Bridgeport area deaths

A long obituary list notes numerous Bridgeport area deaths including Margaret Clarkson and Libby Sweet, plus families of Jones, Baker, Cleary, Beech er, Delcampe, Wallace, Connors and Donovan. Funerals are scheduled at Mt. Grove and Lakeview cemeteries with parish rites at St. Charles, St. Michael, and Sacred Heart churches.

Barbara Baker Babara Baker Herbert Baker State Street Bridgeport Hospital Undertaking Lorg Mullins, Scott & Redate Golden Bill Street Lakeview Cemetery Henry M. Weldon Henry.m. Weldon Djusfayette Street Charles W. Peet Jale St. Charles’ Church St.’ Michael's Cemetery Harry Smith Parry Smith Yeast Main Street American Graphophone Company George Isanely M. Mutton Bling Street Edith Cheshire Edith Tyrrell Cheshire Grand Street George P. Potter Broad Street A. T Martin The Grace M. AW. Ehuhch Robert Powers John Burgess Earl Ryan Michael Corso Dal B. Moody Daisy B. Moody Park Avenue A. Z. Martin Grace M. E. Church Stepney George N. Beecher Dayton Ohloe Delphi N. Y State Agriculture School Cyril Li Dor Delcampe Madeline Germaine Delcampe Louis Js. Richards Main Street St. Augustine's Church St. Michael's Marvy Wallace Mary Wallace Sylvan Avenue J. H. Carroll Elm Street Martha Jackson Martha, Jackson Wellington Jackson Walker & 3Anis Fairfield Avenue Alexander Alison Presbyterian Church Lakeview Margaret Connors Patrick Connors Avon Michael Connors

Weather summary for eastern New York and New England

The latest weather notice reports fair skies in eastern New York and southern New England on Wednesday and Thursday with little temperature change, while northern New England faces snow and colder conditions. Winds shift offshore from the Atlantic, and a broad disturbance extends from the Lawrence valley toward Lake Superior with another centered over New Mexico. Observations note high pressure over the northwest and widespread rain in the middle Atlantic states, with generally moderate temperatures east of the Mississippi.

New York New England Lawrence Valley Lake Superior New Mexico North Pacific Coast North Plateau Middle Atlantic Mississippi River Atlantic Sandy Hook Hatteras New Haven Weather Bureau Tom Wea Atlanta Atlantica Boston Buffalo Cincinnati Chicago Denver Metroit Hartford Jacksonville Kansas City Nantucket New Haven New Orleans Norfolk Northfield Pittsburgh Portland St. Louis St. Paul Washington Bridgeport Middlebrook Almanac

Russian Steamer Emperor Peter the Great Sinks

The Russian steamer Emperor Peter the Great struck a mine in the Black Sea near Varna and sank. No loss of life is reported.

Paris Peter the Great Black Sea Varna

Would Sell Baby Boy to Any Jewish Couple for $1000

Mrs. Anna Kaplan, found wandering in New York after a distressing journey from Providence, Rhode Island, offered to sell her week-old blue-eyed baby boy for $1000 to any respectable Jewish couple. She says her husband deserted her and she seeks funds to care for the infant and to return to find him.

SPW York Wes Anna, Kaplan Providence Rv I Kaplan

Back Pain Relief Claim Promotes Local Patent Remedy

Mrs. Freda Harris testifies to relief from constant back pain and digestive troubles after using Cinot, praising its effects on vomiting sour stomach and dizziness. Ad promotes Cinot for sale at Hartigan's Drug Stores and other local outlets in Connecticut towns including Norwalk, Danbury, Shelton, Derby, Ansonia, and Westport.

Cinot J. D. Hartigan Fairfield Mariana Congress Streets Luin B. Switzer Southport Westport Danbury Mahoner's Corner Drug Store Shelton Paul Mester Derby W. Smith Angonia

Haircut and shave prices rise prompt savings tip

The note complains about higher prices for haircuts and shaves, suggesting DIY grooming to save money. It promotes the Gillette Safety Razor for easy, thorough use and a Twinplex Stropper to keep blades sharp, inviting readers to visit a first floor display.

American Hardware Stores Incorporated notice

Fairfield Avenue and Middle Street and Ghat js Hardware and More appear in a public notice. The item lists business locations and corporate names likely related to a filing or registry entry. No further actionable details are present in the fragment.

Fairfield Avenue Middle Street Ghat Js Hardware

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Asserts Nichols Dummy” CO Beleans Bellans Balesch Solomon Badeseh Andrew P. Nichols Badesch Acchilles Aorney Bile Stein KE Yesterdaor Joe Ae GEO Newfield Paric Beal Is A Member Cortes Migtes Finkle Dees AHL Charlie Terry Charlie Ewvre Comet Seelgeu Stohn Toomey Ranier G. O. P. State Committee Seeley State Central Committee Infiena Dprbys Arie London Santos Rio de Janeiro Montevideo Tuenos Aires Colonia Sims Maangaret Clarkson Margaret Rayman Frederick W Farolly Mayo Street Uneral Aelneke A Lale Benjamin Root St. Paul's Episecure Wil Wilbans Onn Ried Weardhy Ayers Nepiayes Yews Pao Theo Mortuary Eapel Or Frook Mulke Toa State Street Niantig Gowda Toc Funeral Sevice Fey Pie Siva Huey Ta. Sweet Libey Jayrmiuss Sweet Dierig W. Saveel Sh Benham Avernie Louise M. Jones John, Jones Charles Baldayln Stephen F Sherman, Jr Mountain Grove Gette Amd Raghael Qannery Rourke & Houeher St Mary's Church Burle Jerencah Scully Maple Street At &R Charles’ Chrch Sc. Michael's Cemetery Edgar al. Giles Iadgar Jean Hughes Louis Schmidt MM. Schmidt Burlay J Cemetery Fleury Clark Mountain Grove Street William H. ‘Day Gildled Congregational Church Mountain Grove Cemetery Nettie DeBaun Nettie DeBuaun Willis . DeBaun South State Street Infield le Vincent's Hospital Nannet OlYorud Clute Dilford Clute Norman Street Meigs & Co Arcanum Lodge of Odd Fellows Certs’ Union Jennie Clute H. A. Davenport People’s Presbyterian Church Mountain Grove William J. Stillman Warren Street Stillman I Henry Cartensen John Street Star of Charity, Shephe Bethlehem Anna Hal Ft Kearns Uiniversalist Ehurch Catherine V. Glynn James Glynn Dover Street Worcester Mass Alice B. Dixon Alice Bell Dixon Francis Dixon Shelton Street East Side Jin Hayes Freda Harris Whalley Ave Firat American Hardware Stores
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