New York Obscene Plays Spark Nichols Critique
Theatre figure Anne Nichols denounces Broadway plays as obscene and corrupt, urging stricter controls while her production of Abie's Irish Rose nears Broadway. She warns New York to curb sensational theater as she returns to Bridgeport for performances and discusses Walker’s crackdown on risque works.
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Mayer Walker
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Kate Lestnich
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Miss Nichols
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Nichole
Myer
Cal Theatre
Bridgeport
Ford Motor Rush to Riches Shown Over Minority Stockholders
The article covers disputes over Henry Ford and Ford Motor Company stock valuations and tax actions involving the Dodge estates, minority stockholders, and government claims. It outlines proposed valuations, court battles, and testimony on corporate control and potential new ventures amid 1919 litigation.
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Dodge Brothers
Davies
Henry Verd
Areeoiten
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Betas
Axanon
Actress Milas Nichols Learns Bridgeport Ties In Park City Visit
Miss Nichols bridgeport rooted figure in theatre circles, shares that actors never rest on laurels and continually strive to improve. She recalled starting as a newspaper reporter before turning to play production with William Dellgne mare guiding her enterprise. A dinner with Dr. and Mrs. Trececlin in nearby town followed their Park City gathering, reflecting strong local friendships.
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Playtow
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Mmemberva
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Dewnpaper
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Miss Nichols
Park City
Mes
Trecartin
Hroviclawn
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Pelegeam
Viatt
Reideepart
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Wiliam Dellgnemare
Avttos
Mss Michols
Enterprisce
King Estate Net Worth Over Half a Million Dollars
An estate inventory lists bank deposits totaling $28,407.68 and bonds and stocks including Union Oil, American Metal, Bethlehem Steel and Chile Copper. It notes Liberty bonds, city and private notes held as collateral with a total appraised value of $1,142,009.08 for real and personal property. Additional assets include hotel stock, Bridgeport holdings, and numerous coupons and certificates, with a grand total appraised at over $1.4 million, offset by liens and notes due to the National City Bank of New York and others.
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National Cit Bank
New York City
Wn Guaranty Teast Company
Newfield Bank and Trust Company
Huldgeport
New York
US & Second
Liberty
Tlueranty Trust Company of
Union Oit Company
Delaware
Asnettean Metal Company, Ltd
Shell Union OL Company
Pernna Coal and Coke Company
Chile Copper
Bethlehem Steel Company
U.S
Tony
Pavilia Road
City of New York
City of York
Harea
Park Avenue
Park Avenue, Inc
National City Bank of
Fald Bank
Wowman-Hillmore Hotels Corporation
Fll
Bowmin-Biltmore Flutels Corporation
Pridgeport
Bridgeport Life Publishing Company
Fen
Country Club of
Fairfield
California Cyanide Company, Inc
Fine Company
United States Stores Corporation
Steck
Northern Pueifte Railway
Receivers Seize Chaplin Property in Confidential Case
The article alleges Mrs. Chaplin claimed Chaplin used pressure to force marriage after a Mexican nuptials in 1924. It recounts rumors about a actress and a car left at the home for hours and hints at cruelty charges amid a lengthy accusation phasing through the case documents.
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Chaplin
Mexico
Grand jury weighs alcohol supply as raids unfold
The grand jury probes alcohol sources and accountability for diversions. Federal agents raided areas last months, seizing large quantities of illicit spirits, including a November operation in Orange where five men were held. The panel may take days to review the evidence and determine next steps. Authorities highlight names of primary figures in the supply chain. Charles H. Ford faces house investigation as proceedings continue.
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Connecticut
Orne
Orange
Thomas
South Norvalk
Peete
Delloved
Tadley
Goon as the Shore Apartment Hease Sunshower Family
A fragmented item describes a seaside scene with a sunshower family, a battery of electric items in a stall room, and a half-heap bask, hinting at a holiday expectation. The garbled text mentions two apartments and a seaside beach context amid unclear events.
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Mahi
Grange Convention Discusses Farm Welfare and Prohibition
Connecticut Grange delegates at the convention in New Haven focus on farm prosperity, national policies, and stricter dairy product controls. Leaders urge community service, juvenile outreach, and continued prohibition while opposing tax and highway regulation changes.
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George £. Crawford
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Board of Education
Southbury
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Ty Leising
Master Ives
Ives
Blehey Duc
National Grange
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Federal Informer Sent to Tombs in Rum Ring Case
Mitchcock urged Pitts to plead guilty as Frank J. Stuart, former coast guard commander, testified about the Dawn incident and a scheme involving the Coast Guard and rum runners. Pitts, a marine engineer named in the indictment with the Costello group, described visits to a bridge whist club owner and threats to reveal the Bosellos unless paid 400 dollars.
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Pitts
Rim
Frank J. Stuart
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Pan American Flyers Land in San Salvador
Pan American Night squadron arrives in San Salvador amid favorable conditions for a 21 hour stay. The crippled New York pilot, Major U A Dargue, leads the group after their Cuatemata leg. crowds greet the Good Will effort. Four planes will proceed to Amapalas as the New York searches for Pont Thenas.
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Temporary Bridge May Be Abandoned in Connecticut City
City officials weigh abandoning a temporary bridge project as Connecticut company engineers review options. Mayor Behren, commissioners, and city staff discuss costs near 100000 for a temporary span, while alternatives include rerouting traffic, extending trolley routes, and using Seaview avenue railroad tracks if no bridge is built.
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Chy
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Crominis Oinwins
Fon
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Petty
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Blizzard Brings Severe Winter to New England Coastal Areas
A fierce blizzard battered Boston and coastal Rhode Island, with winds up to 60 mph and snow exceeding six inches. Forecasters warned of a cold wave from the Great Lakes as ships struggled, rail service faced disruption, and a freighter Pomham ran aground near Rose Island. Rescue attempts were hampered by high seas and drifting ice, while scores of power lines failed and communications deteriorated.
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Narragansett Bay
Pomham
Rose Island
Great Lakes
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Contest Guard
Richard Windsor
Coast Guard
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Early Tonight
Portland Storm Slams City With Light Snow and Strong Winds
Portland Maine reports a northeast storm that brought only 3.2 inches of snow but fierce 39 mile per hour winds. The fishing fleet and other craft stayed in their berths as conditions kept harbor activity subdued.
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Portland
Balkan Girls in Beauty Contest Draws Central Europe Interest
Balkan girls in Bulgaria and nearby states compete in a motion picture beauty contest run by a Western firm. The event showcases local women posing before village cameramen as interest grows across ten countries.
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