Gerber Sued for 20000 in Kindred Actions
Two kindred actions totaling 20000 dollars have been filed in superior court against Jacob Gerber of Bridgeport by Leroy and Charles Howe both Bridgeport residents. Leroy a 14 year old through his father Harley Stowe alleges on February 1, 1922 on Arctic Street he was struck by a car driven by the defendant s servant causing permanent injuries and seeks 15000 dollars. Howe s father seeks 9900 dollars for loss of his son s services due to the injuries.
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Kindreg
Jacob Gerber
Bridgeport
Leroy
Charles Howe
Harley Stowe
Arctic Street
Charles
Holve
Sarvice
Widow confirmed executrix of Saksa estate
Elisabeth Saksa was named executrix under Stefan Saksa's will who died January 7. The will leaves all real and personal property to the widow Elisabeth. Heirs at law are six sons and one daughter. The estate includes a small parcel of real estate in this city. William Doel was named administrator yesterday for Anne Slokmailly. heirs are her father and mother. The estate includes deposits in a National bank at White River Junction Vermont. Florence Berting was appointed administrator for Annie Cross who died in this city January 7, leaving real estate in Milford and an insurance policy. The heirs at law are four children.
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Elisabeth Saksa
Stefan Saksa
Elizabeth
Thar
William Doel
Anne Slokmailly
White River Junction
Vermont
Florence Berting
Annie Cross
Milford
Pledge Renewal Sought On East Side High School Bond
The Board of Education asks Bouk of Aldermen to renew the pledge to issue bonds for the East Side high school construction, about 900100, after prior actions totaling 1,300,000 for school purposes and a later 400,000 bond pledge for Sheridan school expansion and architects fees. John W. Caldwell named to present the claim.
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East Side
John W. Caldwell
Sheridan
Board of Education
Chief Field Director James Wheeler in Connecticut Conference
Chief Field Director James Wheeler of Hartford, heading state Federal Prohibition officers, was in conference with federal agents yesterday. The meeting's purpose was not disclosed, following a court ruling that warrants require prior evidence of intoxicants. No liquor raids were reported in Bridgeport this month.
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James Wheeler
Hartford
Edwin &. Thomas
United States District Court
Leng
Bridgepurt
Oregon Concert Heard in City Through Radio
Homer A. Scharton of 850 Lafayette street learned New Year’s Eve music heard on a Portland Oregon radio station was part of a nationwide program. The Oregon Journal confirmed the station source after his inquiry, clarifying the concert’s broadcast origin.
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Homer A. Scharton
Lafayette Street
Portland
Ore
Scharton
Oregon Journal of Portland
Ambulance Surgeon to Leave Bridgeport
Dr William F Connell, day ambulance surgeon, resigned yesterday to join Dr J M Nolan’s Westport practice after Nolan’s retirement. The Board of Governors of the City Dispensary approved the impending departure with effect February 1.
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Bridgeport
William F. Connell
O'Connell
J M. Nolan
Westport
Druggist Arrested After Store Fire in New Haven
Henry G. Drier, a druggist in New Haven, was arrested after a recent store fire. He was held for the higher court on arson charges with bond set at $2,000. Firemen rescued him from a cellar where he claimed assailants bound and looted him before setting the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Henry G. Drier
Drier
Thousands with kidney trouble, unaware of it
A period advertisement urges readers to try Kilmer and Co. Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney, liver, and bladder troubles. It cites widespread overlooked kidney disease, lists symptoms, praises mild effects, and offers sample bottles for ten cents plus a booklet with grateful letters from users.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghanton
N. Y
Lottie
Ad- Kikmer& Co
Binghamton, X
Mayor Atwater eyes new Bridgeport charter drive
Mayor Atwater said the commission will draft a new Bridgeport charter in the near future with several charter options to be presented to voters in a referendum. The commission list includes City Attorney John A. Cornell and Aldermen Beers Lavery Cooper Bull Hincks and others.
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Atwater
Bridgeport
Mayor Atwater
City Attornney
John A. Cornell
Alderment 'S
Water freight lines show favorable conditions after embargo
Freight lines between here and New York operate under favorable conditions for the first time since the war due to the embargo on eastern roads. Limited coal and select goods move under permit while New Haven repairs lag. Raymond L. French cites locomotive delays from Baldwin and American Locomotive Works as a key cause, with weather and coal volume further straining the New Haven. The road holds its own under current restrictions, with little near-term improvement expected.
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Here
New York
Hmve
New Haven
Raymond L. French
Trafic
Columbia Graphophons Company
New England Traffic League
Baldwin and
American Locomotive Works
New England
French
Han
Gre
Rumors of visit center on young officer in Philadelphia
Jan 29 Rumors of a visit by Mme Mouromsky Vonsiatsky to the young Russian officer Anastase Voinsiateskoy Vonsiatsky and his American heiress wife Marton Stephens drew attention to their Ridley Park home. Mouromsky claims to be his first wife and to have married him in Yalta. Russian Orthodox authorities in New York outlawed the marriage as she is Jewish and unbaptised. The couple reportedly vanished for an out of town trip, ending any planned encounter.
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Philadelphia
Mme. Llouhoff Mottromsky Vonsiatsky
Anastase Andreivitch Voinsiateskoy- Vonsiatsky
Marton B. Steam Stephens
Ridley Park
Mme. Mouromsky
New York
Berengaria
Anatsase
Yalta
Crimea
Anastase
White Guard
Mme. Mouromeky
New Counterfeit Ten Dollar Bill Circulates
Postmaster Charles FL Greeny received notice from the Treasury Department in Washington that a new counterfeit ten dollar bill is in circulation. The note is drawn on the Federal Reserve Bank of New York with serial number coloring and a forged signature. The portrait of Andrew Jackson is stamped on the bill and it bears forged signatures of Frank White and A W Mellon. The department says the coloring and seal are poor and the bill is a weak imitation that should not deceive handlers.
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Charles FL Greeny
Treasury Department
Washington
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Andrew Jackson
Frank White
Turkish leader reported married in Smyrna dowry given
Constantinople reports that Mustapha Weman Pasha, Turkish National leader, wed today the daughter of a wealthy Smyrna merchant. The bride brought a dowry of 1000 Turkish liras.
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Constantinople
Associated Press
Mustapha Weman Pasha
Smyrna
Mounamerou Chaki Bey
Mustapha Kemal
Veteran Bureau Head May Get Directorship
Washington reports say Col C R Forbes, head of the veterans bureau, will leave on an extended Europe trip and soon be named director of veterans rehabilitation work and co. Thomas W Miller, currently alien property custodian, would replace him. White House confirmation was not obtained.
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Washington
C. R. Forbes
Veterans’ Bureau
Europe
Col. Forbes
Veterans, Rehabilitation, Work and Co
Thomas W. Miller
Miller
White House
Grant Leave of Absence for Army Officers in Stamford
Jan 29 permission granted for Lt Col D Gordon Hunter of the 167th Infantry to take a one week leave. Lt Wood D Beaghley attached temporarily to the Third Battalion, 192nd Field Army for inspection duty in Stamford per adjutant general orders issued today.
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Jlartford
D Gordon Hunter
N. G
Wood D. Beaghley
192Nd Field Army
Stamford
Board of Apportionment and Supply Meet for Transfers and Bids
The Board of Apportionment will meet Wednesday at 4 PM to review transfer requests in department accounts and handle routine items from other meetings. The annual meeting is next Tuesday with the auditor's report and committee referrals. Public hearings are expected the following week. The Board of Contract and Supply will meet Wednesday at 3 PM to open bids for February oil and meat supplies.
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Board of Contract and Supply
Fairfield Zoning Talk Set At Luncheon Club
Fairfield Yan reports Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce member HL Hancock will speak on zoning at the Fairfield Luncheon Club meeting tomorrow noon at the Fairfield Beach Inn. Minor business also on the agenda.
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Fairfield
Yan
A. HL. Hancock
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
Fairfield Beach Inn
Hancock
Tax Collector Confined Again to His Home
Edward A. Drew was confined to his home yesterday after an illness or ailment, with reports confirming a recovery. He had suffered a similar attack several weeks earlier and did not fully recover before resuming duties at his office.
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Dward A
Drewe
Rppe
Tle
Vax
Pyramid Pile Suppositories Offer Fast Relief
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Suppositories as relief for severe piles. It claims quick easing of pain itching and pressure plus rest and sleep, notes wide pharmacy availability at 60 cents a box, and offers a free trial by mailing name and address to Pyramid Drug Co Marshall Michigan.
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U. S
Canada
Pyramid
Pyramid Drug Co
Marshall, Mich
Sanitol Chemical Laboratory Co
At. Louis, Mo
Springtime Silks Feature in Fashion Notes
Unfolding the beauties of new Springtime silks with printed crepe de chine in Paisley and Egyptian motifs. The notes highlight warm bright fabrics to combat winter dullness, showcasing 40 inch crepes at $2.50 to $3 per yard and crepe knit at 36 inches for $3 to $3.50 per yard. Third floor front.
Paisley Scarfs and Cuff Sets On Main Floor Display
The store showcases Deauville scarfs in mercerised cotton for 1 dollar and silk versions from 1.50 to 4.50. Cuff sets in Paisley patterns priced at 1 dollar. Women’s Paisley silk four-in-hands to accompany new tailored waists offered at 75 cents. Main floor right front.
Paisley handkerchiefs debut in rich silks and crepe de chine
The new Paisley handkerchiefs are described as vivacious and luxurious options for neckwear and accessories. Sold on the main floor right center in silk crepe de chine at $4.50 3 and $2.50, with imaginative uses spanning scarves cuffs and pillow coverings.
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Louis Kline
Englewood Avenue
Hei
Uberty
Blue-jay
Ben-Gay
BAUME
Bengue Analgesique
Otay Ieaerany ‘Baume
Cene
Gerber
Conn
Jowland
Saksa
Oregon
Copegray Hreme
Howland Dry Goods
Long Island
Harbor Blues
Boston
Fairfield Ave
Main
Broad Streets
Barium
Nobie
Main St
VeSh
UAI
Major Mfg. Co
New York City
State ST
Bosworth
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