Fines in Compo Inn illegal selling case at Westport court
Marion Levy proprietor of the Compo Inn Westport was fined 280 plus costs Jacob Levy her husband 30 and costs and Joseph Scherer one of the guests 75 and costs after a Westport County Court session held yesterday afternoon and last night Justice Koward J McManus presided. Thirteen women and eleven men arrested in the raid on January 19 forfeited their bonds and are fugitives. Three defendants appealed and posted bonds of 300 100 and 150 aided by Judge Hyatt. Detectives from the Burns agency testified with police and sheriff officers aiding the raid. The first three counts against the defendants were not explained in the excerpt.
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Marion Levy
Westport
Jacob Levy
Joseph Scherer
Westport Court
County Court House
Koward J. McManus
Hyatt
Commonwealth
William J. Burns Agency
New York
Alen O. Meyers
D. Smith
Gearse Ruddy
Louise Morise
Robert Nichols
John T. Coughlin
John Grown
Bridgeport Police
John Halpin
Charles Finanagan
Daniel Brotler
Carpenter advertisement sparks hiring rush in Connecticut
An ad seeking a carpenter on Comm Ave and Walter man Sr drew over 25 applicants in one day at the Providence office. The ad was later discontinued after managers chose the workers they needed, highlighting the quick response to the urgent help request.
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AID
Menkels
Bie
Dusine
Ali
Autist
Atty Ens Provinent
Ath
Old age a crime warning about kidney trouble
An old age health warning notes that stiff joints back pain and rheumatic aches can signal kidneys not filtering poisons. It promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a long standing remedy from Haarlem Holland, urging readers to buy at their local drugstore and not substitute.
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Haarlem
Holland
Don’t Let Soap Spoil Your Hair
A health warning advises using plain refined coconut oil for washing hair instead of harsh soaps. It states most soaps are alkali rich, drying scalp and making hair brittle, while coconut oil yields rich creamy lather, cleanses thoroughly, and leaves hair soft and easy to handle. It also promotes micro aluminum ware as a bargain line emphasizing price quality and appearance.
Local Boy William Roller Washed Overboard in Heavy Sea
William Roller, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Roller of 1085 Wood Avenue, died at sea after allegedly washing overboard from the U S S Penobscot in a heavy sea off Bermuda while serving with seven companions. His body was not recovered as the battleship arrived at an Atlantic port with the news. He enlisted in the navy earlier this summer and was stationed aboard the Penobscot.
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William Roller
Charles Roller
Wood Avenue
Atlantic
Bermuda
United States Navy
U. S. S&s. Penobscot
Levy and husband charged with selling alcohol at Compo Inn
Marion Levy and Jacob Levy faced multiple counts accusing the pair of selling intoxicating liquor after hours on several January nights and keeping the inn open. Bartender Joseph Scherer was charged as their agent along with Ralph Beers presenting for the commonwealth. Police detectives testified about visits to Compo Inn noting after hours drinking. court reserved ruling and scheduled further proceedings in February.
City Auditor B Keating Seeks 20.6 Mills Tax Rate
The City Auditor recommends a 20.6 mill tax rate, a decrease of one tenth mill, and notes no large reduction is possible despite rising grand list. He points to street paving and sprinkling costs as major drivers, with new works and bond-funded street extensions under review, sparking property owner protests in Bridgeport. The report covers district rates, allocations, and urged prudent spending.
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Board of Apportionment
Bernard Keating
al Keating
Trirst
Peains
Ale
Public Welfare
War Bureau
Recreation Commission
Aunior
Bridgeport
Trumbull
Are You Still Young at Heart Hair Color Restorer Ad
An old advertisement promotes Qini Hair Color restorer aimed at women desiring a youthful appearance. It claims the product restores color and gloss without staining skin or interfering with hair waving, promising a glossy healthy look and money-back guarantee at druggists nationwide.
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Joni
Demands of Huw Labor Radical Continues
A radical labor plea calls for women inspectors to oversee women’s work conditions and unrestrained rights to strike for all populations. It demands worker committees in firms over 20 with equal voting power to bosses, government protection in all departments, a ministry of workers' social legislation, and strong support for maimed soldiers and their dependents.
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Wowman
United Drive for War Risk Insurance Initiative
A united drive by the Army and Navy departments begins February 2 to pressure parents to enroll their sons in war risk insurance. The plan sets a policy maximum of ten thousand dollars, with the total men in service and numbers unclear. Officials rely on individual records rather than parental confirmation to secure coverage.
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Unida
Sairmy
Navy
Weels
Dineen
U S Corporation to Make Loans to Enterprises
Washington reports Secretary McAdoo urges Congress to create a government finance corporation with half a billion dollars to aid war industries. It would certify securities above 100000, advance funds to war banks, and buy or issue notes or bonds up to eight times its capital, initially government supplied.
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Washington
Congress
McAdoo
Wir Finance Corporation
United States
Gun Drawn in Fight Leads to Multiple Arrests
Mangassian allegedly whipped out a revolver and fired at Banaztan as four men clashed. Patrolman Neil heard the shot while patrolling nearby and the group tried to hide the weapon. Mangassan and Margasasian faced charges. Narhiner and Mazinejeran charged with breach of the peace. All five to appear in City court this forenoon.
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Mangassian
Banaztan
Neil
Lie
O'Neil
Afurgasastan
Manga
Sidney Narhiner
Wajop Mazinejeran
Tann Baniazian
Anr
AM Five
Farenoon
Brondie Buster Champion Earned by Brondie Devons Rider
William Sydney Allen of 179 Seabright Avenue, member of the 804th Machine Chin company, is praised as champion rider at Devons. Local opinion calls his horse racing a strong display, with Allen regarded as the best rough rider among the group, though some view the feats as tame.
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William Sydney Allen
Seabright Avenue
804Th
Machine Chin Company
Allin's
Wales
Allen Dames
Gia
Dan
American Attache to Marry Danish Countess
An American attache at the Berlin embassy is set to wed a Danish countess. The ceremony, planned for April, will involve high diplomatic circles and notable figures from the foreign service.
Reducing Car Stops to Save Coal Plan
A plan to cut car stops to conserve coal and reduce emissions. The proposal argues shifting away from heating cars and using power for heating as a means to lower fuel use and improve efficiency, evaluating feasibility and potential impact.
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Washington
Dan
Millon
Uwehaviat
Will
Pinned Under Trolley But Dodges Death
Motorman George O Connor, 27, of 280 State Street, escaped serious harm after brakes failed and ice on a trolley vestibule led to two cars pinning him briefly near Lindley Street on North Avenue. He suffered facial, hand, and leg bruises and lacerations, was treated at a nearby residence, then moved to Bridgeport Hospital under Dr. B C Pasath care.
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George O'Conner
Connecticut Company Lines
State Street
Lindley Street
North Avenue
Imergency Hospital
O'Conner
B.C. Pasath
Bridgeport
Bread Adaption Under New Wheat Substitute Order In Connecticut
The Food Administration led by Hoover approves a ruling requiring 20 percent wheat substitute in all flour sales, superseding preexisting contracts. New Haven and Hartford report hoarding as Bridgeport bakeries begin selling bread with at least 20 percent substitute. Barley flour and corn meal rise in demand while wholesalers push rice and soy products. war flour blends to meet the mandate are on the way.
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Washington
Connecticut
United States
Hoover
New Haven
Hartford
Scoville
Bridgeport
Wilson
Order of the Food Administration
Tyry
Fii
Merchants Co operate in Freight Moving Drive
Bridgeport merchants and manufacturers coordinated to ease freight congestion by keeping deliveries open and offering trucks for hauling. The effort, praised as a major local cooperation, aimed to prevent delays and sustain commerce during the busy period.
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Merchants
Raymond Controller of N Y Shipping Named
Raymond controller of New York shipping appointed by the Shipping Board to manage traffic entering and leaving the port. He is president of the Clyde and Mallory Steamship Lines and of the American Steamship Association, and serves on defense advisory committees. He will cooperate with the New York War Port Board led by Irving T. Bush.
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Washington
H. HH
Raymond
Clyde and Mallory Steamship Lines
Shipping Board
New York
American Steamship Association
Council of National Defense
New York War Port Board
Irving T. Bush
Rush at Local Office to File Income Tax Lists
Local officials report a brisk rush at the Federal building as residents seek tax filing information before the deadline. Tax Collectors Mitchell and O'Connell handled a flood of inquiries, with some cases taking minutes and others stretching to a half hour to determine the exact tax due.
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Bridgeport
Federal
Mitchell and O'Connell
Lyons
Nework
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