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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1920

Page

7

Wuple Taken By Vice Squad On Girl's Story

Two suspects, Ken Grascky aged 52 and Mrs Inia Botescle aged 48, were arrested by the vice squad on a disturbing case on Isaaz State street extension at 9 40 last night. A 18 year old sister testified to Lieutenant John E Barton. Grascky held on 2500 bail and Getoscie’s bond set high. Police say Grascky posed as the husband to another woman’s mother for 11 years though he has a wife and grown children in Poland. Two more arrests were made in a drive against overcrowding of jury pools and local traffic offenses.

Ken”ne Grascky Inia Botescle Isaaz Larney Saster John E. Barton Assau Poland Brascky

Youth Charged With Attempted Theft

A 24 year old man from 4 Shas Street was arrested at 3 PM yesterday by Special Police Michael Gleason for allegedly attempting to steal from T Bevins at 308 Willina Street, near Broad and Main. He faces arraignment in City Court this morning as Judge Wider warns against auto theft without permission.

Ttes Des T. Bevins Willina Street Roger Santasroy Shas Michael Gleason Santasroy Wider Parsons

Victim of Hold Up Dies of Wounds in Bridgeport

Carmine Andringio of 158 Church Street died in Bridgeport Hospital from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Three assailants attempted a robbery Monday night. Investigators conducted an exhaustive inquiry as detectives search for suspects.

Carmine Andringio Church’ Street Bridgeport

Woman with broom in family quarrel injures boarders

Mrs Bertha Kroposky of 34 Warren Street allegedly was assaulted last night and defended herself with a broom, striking several boarders causing minor injuries. Police were called. three men were arrested on assault charges, with bonds set at $100 each.

Bertha Kroposky Warren Street John Chroboshusk Warren Tt Dreea McGikropps Ik

O'Mara and Clarki Endorsed by Town Committees

Mil ford supported O'Mara and Clarki for the board with endorsement from Milford committees. The Republican secret board member David A. Clarke also received support. Terms and election details appear to be tied to the next civic session and local commissions.

Wit Milford Kiam M. O'Hara iDavid A. Clarke

Community Fire Department Board Reappoints Members

Supporters praise three-year terms and efforts to improve governance. Board members have contributed repeatedly to building a modern department. A decision is expected at the regular weekly meeting Wednesday.

Soth Cown Selecurvan

Papal Appointments Announced By Pope

Pope Henry George V names several clerics to honors and positions. Munibishop of Chicago receives a pontifical ath and domestics. Monsignors eG MeoMunus of Boston prefizes. Edward efines of chi Guo noted for order of Commander of the Orgers of St. Gregory. Humphrey O’Sullivan of Boston James TW Conwy of Savannah elevated to Knights of St. Gregory.

George V Munibishop Chicago Tiréae MeoMunus Boston Por Freand Co St. Great Edward Efines Chi Guo St. Gregory Humphrey O'Sullivan Fyce Chicago James TW Conwy Savannah Su Gregory Sisto Anta Puebla Degli Anz

Soviet Angered By Frank Report

Soviet anger over a frank report by American engineer Keely who traveled to Petrograd and Moscow in 1918. His candid assessment warned of industrial decay, disarray, and security threats, while praising some facilities as repairable but predicting years to reorganize. The piece notes Bolshevik disapproval and the harsh implications for Soviet industry.

Bomuon Royal Oy Kuely Russia Plata Javan Rusee Isnand Keely Cancen Petrograd Moscom Caniee Trangvo Trtsgia Foreisy Arcadis Kremlin Che Petingrad Moscow Ned Con Pittey

Commission Ends Hearing on Rates

On July 16 the commission ended hearings on the request for increased rates by carriers. The decision is expected by August to make the new rates effective when the current schedules expire September 1. Railroads estimate added revenue between 1.017 and 1.5 billion. shippers oppose much of the increases though some support the need for forward rate hikes.

Inter’ Dtale Commerce Commission Ones Aire Tyrcelegyriers America Railroad Labor Board Cnvplo Pyusc

Stops Stop Control London Moves on Shipping Rules

In London the shipping authority announced an impending change to control rules. The plan eliminates most control over shipping and freight with a phased effect starting July 13, though merchant licenses remain required.

London Altough

Aldermanic Vote on Voting Machines Stalls

An Aldermen vote stalled the adoption of new voting machines as officials reported failure to fit all ballot types. The city previously sought modern equipment amid reported defects and delays in implementation.

Cath Pary

Building Line Contested on Washington Avenue Corner

ABoard of Aldermen considers a continuance of the building line at the Washington Avenue and Center Street corner to permit erecting a garage. The dispute involves property owners across the lot line and questions about setback powers. Nearby residents and council members discuss costs and potential impacts on street clearance.

Washington Avenue Center Etree Wight

Papal Pall Urom This Headlines Confused Report

scrambled OCR text describes a baffling event with unclear references including papal pall and a person steering a vehicle, a fall of 29 feet, and an afternoon incident. key names and places are unreadable. summary preserves the uncertain, fragmentary nature of the source.

Brunswick Tires Introduce New Super Tire Standard Promise

The Brunswick Tire Company touts strict standards and long experience since 1845. They claim a superior tire built on knowledge and skilled craftsmanship, with a staff of experts and unanimous adoption of improvements. They invite readers to try Brunswick and promise two surprises.

Brunswick Tires Brunswick Brunswick Organization of Tire Makers Brunswicks

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