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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1921

Page

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Bridgeport Jitney Owners Seek Injunction Over Ruling

Bridgeport jitneymen at a meeting last night opposed the Public Utilities Commission denial to operate in Bridgeport. They planned to present their case to Judge John E. B. Keeler in Superior Court and seek a temporary injunction against New Haven, Connecticut, West Haven, and related authorities. Counsel Lew Hayer said they will appear today to argue the restraining order.

Bridgeport Uulaties Commission Isadore Wath DeForest & Klein

Indignation Meeting Over Jitney Decision at Nichols

Nichols residents hold a mass meeting and appoint a three member committee to contest a Public Utilities Commission ruling. The decision orders two buses under American Transit Company to Nichols Center, reducing service for parts of the town and affecting Frank Chodes who has run the line for five years. Hartford committee members Romeo Miller Edward Northam and George H Wood were named.

Nichols Hartford Frank Crordes Frank Chodes American Transit Company Nichola Center Chordes Romeo Miller Edward Nothraete George H. Wood Harford

Harvey Shocks England in Shirt Sleeve Golf Play

Ambassa dor Harvey created two furors at Hangerhill Golf this week by playing in shirt sleeves. Despite the terrific Went nil, the British expected the American ambassador to maintain official decorum, but the committee has not acted.

Loxdon Tlarvey Hangerhill Ne Anu Thea

Man Raised in Solitude Sees Civilized Omaha Wonders

Tule Gilliz of Nebraska tells of thirty three years with no woman and a Bible only upbringing. He describes his father’s strict religious rule, Moody influence, and a ranch life isolated from society. On visiting Omaha he is awed by buildings and fashion, plans to return but not abandon prayer. He contemplates marriage as a new concept.

Omaha Tule Gilliz 4Ebraska Civilized Life Soda Arme Gillis George Gillis Chicago Nebraska Moody and Saaker Omaja Rayer High Feather

State Board Denies Reimbursement to Children’s Aid Society

Hartford July 13 The state board of control at an adjourned meeting refused the Children’s Aid Society request for 12300 to reimburse money spent for the Newington Home. The action followed an earlier discussion and was reported by officials.

Hartford State Board of Control Canito Connect @ren’s Aid society

Two Auto Arrests In Local Incident

Two men were arrested in a local automobile incident yesterday. James Bouchier of 273 East Main Street was detained for not having his air license present in his vehicle, while another man from Farmingtoe Tordh, riding in a Ford vehicle, was taken for speeding.

James Bouchier East Main Street Haner

War Finance Board Urges Banks to Press On

Washington July 12 1921 Secretary Hoover said the worst mood in business may be past and encourage initiative by individual firms. Government departments stress energy and credit support to boost commerce through the War Finance Corporation, which should actively advance funds to properly equipped enterprises.

Mark Sullivan Washington Hoover Department of Commerce Bert War Pinahce Corporation Treasury Wer Finance Corporation Dnodvidvind Baal Wess Aes Tba Alrechars Ag Bie

Stillman Refuses to Defend Infidelity Charges in Court

In Poughkeepsie on July 12 1924 James Stillman through counsel asked Referees to drop further testimony on infidelity charges brought by his banker wife against him. A nurse identified a photograph of Stillman as the man involved with Mrs Leeds and the infant Jay Leeds case.

Joseph Mullaney Poughkeepsie James Stillman Daniel Gleason Wiliam Rand Stillman Logal Forces Mnsuie Addcea Franklin H. Leeds Hii Jay Leeds Peferee Daniel J. Gleason James A. Stilmen Florance Lawlor Leeds Tanghiy-sixth Street New Yor John &. Mack Anne Urquhart Stillman John FL Brennan Leeds Ewrell Ana Ware Mattemat Mra Stilman Silman

Judge Stoddard Dies At Milford Home

Milford July 13 Special Tod e Willan Stnddard a member of the law firm Broddard Goodhart and Stoddard died here this morning shortly after midnight aged 1 year He was a native of Milford and for many years played a prominent part in the political life of the town and state Survived by five sons Raymond etc

Juleford Willan Stnddard Broddard, Goodhart and Stoddard Miliford Poileal Ute Raymond Eider

Quiet British Irish talks aim for three party peace meet

London July 34 AP describes a pivotal Downing Street discussion between Prime Minister and Irish Republican leader De Valera to set the stage for a three party peace conference with Great Britain, Sinn Fein, and Ulster. both sides show reticence yet maintain cautious hope as details remain guarded.

London Associated Press Ireland Downing Street Eyd George Mamonn de Valera Great Britain Link Fein Ulster

Peace by Resolve Boy Killed in Auto Crash

Berlin dispatch reports confusion in German circles over U S war-ending steps and potential separate peace talks. Meanwhile five-year-old Frederick Herman was killed when struck by a truck on State Street near Transit Avenue. driver Nicholas Chirillo was arrested on charges of manslaughter.

Germany Karl H. von Wirgand Berlin America Washington Wilhelmstrasee Congress Frederick Herman Beg State Street Steuck State Streak Tranistan Avenue Nicholas Chirillo Wallace Street New Haven Herman J. F

Forty Injured As Chesapeake Beach Boardwalk Collapses

About forty persons were injured when the Chesapeake Beach boardwalk collapsed this evening at Avn. Roughly one hundred were thrown into water. Most injured were brought to the city for treatment. fewer than six were seriously hurt, with no fatalities reported.

Washington Kesapeake Beach Avn Houssund

Legion to Fight for Bonus Despite Harding Plea

The American Legion will press for adjusted compensation despite President Harding urging delay. John G. Emery, national commander, says fear of national treasury depletion won’t halt civil readjustment and veteran relief. He cites overseas relief precedents in supporting the bill.

Legion Harding American Legion Senate Tohn G. Emery United States Treasury Emery Mellan England Andey France Italy Belgium Ming Unis Lis Fay

Mrs Kaber Breaks Down In Court Tragedy Over Homicide Trial

Cleveland July 14 Mrs Eva Katherine Kaber collapsed in court twice as she was to testify in the murder case against her husband’s alleged killer. Deputies carried her from the room as she wept and slumped in grief. Prosecutors hinted at a possible plea to homicide while her attorney sought delay. The trial paused until tomorrow with the defendant still unsettled and facing the electric chair.

Gene Fuack Cleveland Eva Catherine Kiber Daniel Kksber Lakewood Kaber Avide Francis Poulson Mra Baber Riet Charles Brickel

Brentano declines ambassador post to United States

Prof Brentano, Germany’s leading economist, declines the offer to serve as ambassador to Washington due to age and other reasons. Florence reports his refusal shifts attention to Director General Cana and Prof Ronn for the Washington posting, with talk of appointing Prof. Tena Berretary as minister to China.

Brentano United States Ars von Wiegand Srentena St Ashington Florence Italy Germany America Breastano Cana Ronn

Citizenship Ceremony Must Include Wives

Supreme Court Justice Edward RK. Finca mailed today notices that naturalization candidates must be accompanied by their wives at final citizenship ceremonies. The women will hold the Stars and Stripes with their husbands during the oath of allegiance. The notice was served on 150% candidates who are to appear tomorrow with their wives for the ceremony.

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Bonus Bill Vote Friday at 3 P.M.

Washington July 18 An agreement to vote Friday at 3 p.m. on the motion to recommit the soldier bonus bill was reached by the Senate by unanimous consent. Democratic and Republican leaders clashed over timing and strategy as both sides prepared for a roll call and continued debate.

Washington Senate Harding Senator Lodge Massachusetts Lodge Finance Committee Watson Georgia Heflin Alabama Senatoors Montana Ain Congress Treasury McCumber White House

Delays in Armament Conference Partly Favorable Response

Washington reports July discussions show pledges of participation in President Harding's proposed international arms limitation conference. Italy and France express willingness, Japan may join, while Britain backs holding the meeting in Washington. Officials note informal interest from other governments but emphasize Big Five plus China in the initial lineup.

Washington Harding Dent State Department Italy Ching Thame France Japan Foi China London Thas Amei Iga

Bridgeport Man Arrested After Milford Turnpike Collision

Josebs EF. Ryan of 19 West Street New York was arrested after a crash between his car and a machine owned and driven by David E. Denham of 458 Atlantic Street Bridgeport on the Bridgeport turnpike in eastern Derry. Ryan faces charges of reckless operation driving without a valid license and no registration and was released on a 359 bond.

Milford Josebs EF. Ryan West

Phoney Claims, But Paid Them, Says Tufts Witness

Testimony in Boston on July 13 before the Supreme Court questioned Attorney General J Weston Allens bid to remove Middlesex DA Nathan A Mutts. Stephen C Bresnahan testified Tufts Barney and an Newton police officer traveled by car in Northampton the night before Barney was recaptured. He said Barney visited North Cambridge and later met him at Joseph Melcat's home in Southampton. Continued on VPage Two.

Boston Supreme Court J. Weston Allen Nathan A.mutts Mddlesex County Mishawum Manor Herman L. Barney Mr. Tufts Barney Charlestown State Brigon Witnesa Stephen C. Bresnahan Northampton Tufts Newton Pollen Department Joseph Melcat Soushampton

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