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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1920
Page
6
Public meeting at the Stratficht Chamber in Caminerad prompted a referendum mail to members on the trolley question. The ballot asks if a proposed measure should permit regulation of jitneys and curb tax city action.
An elderly World War II veteran, Sidner Hawley, was found dead by hanging at a Brooklyn residence after being led by neighbors yesterday afternoon. Funeral plans are underway with his body to be moved to Ettinger. He served nearly a year on the French front and had recently accompanied his mother to New York. Authorities note a strap and rafter likely caused the fatal injury.
Fragmentary OCR reports a stranger claiming knowledge of Joseph Bowne Elwell’s death. The unknown caller hints at a cover story and notes a forged pursuit by authorities, while naming social circles in New York and a German countess connected to a long ago incident.
The Hemlocks vacation house in Fairfield hosts a Visitors' Day to showcase the old mansion and the convalescent care at the public charity facility. Officials from the charity bureau and associated societies welcome guests and describe the program for children and hospital connections.
The article outlines alimony arrangements involving Mrs Jacobs, the trust company, and child support. It notes a $30,000 payment and outlines parties including Mrs Jacobs, the trust company, and related guardianship matters.
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