Bergdoll Surrenders Self in New York Harbor Escape Case
Erwin Bergdoll, son of Grover, turned himself in at Governor's Island after years on the run from draft charges. Judge Romig of Philadelphia and his half brother Charles Braun accompanied him, with Romig stating Bergdoll wished to surrender. The case ties to the Grover Bergdoll escape and related court actions, including a former Army officer court martial.
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New York
Erwin Bergdoll
Walt Prother
Grover Berpddil
Philadelphia
Dra! Ovason
Governor’s Islan
Bergdoll
Judaes Romig
Gergdal
Bimed
Grovec
Beredoll
Alvar Williaam F .Reuys
Cagrie Wiltham
Romig
Charles Braun
Wiv
Ju Advocate
Ervin Bergdoll
Tuiowr
le Bunt
Fort Jay
Benns
Grover Bergdoll
Braun
Romig Ceeline
Younst Bergdon
Bey
Three Bound Over in Burglary Case Partners in Theft
James Michelites of Lafayette Street and Gus B Knowles of Water Street, owners of a Water Street restaurant, were bound over to the criminal superior court on charges of receiving stolen goods. William Paige of North Avenue, alleged burglar, was bound over to the high court. Paige is accused of robbing the Siegel warehouse, Arnold & Son, Max Reich's shoe store, and the tailor shop of M Katakas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Michelites
Lafayette Street
Gus B. Knowles
Sitroad Avenue
Water Street
Superias Court
William Paige
Nogh Avenue
Michelites
High Cour
Paige
Thesiger
Arnold & Son
Water Root
Max Reich
Lexington Avenue
M. Katakas
Water’ Street
Hare's Motors of Conn Organized Here
Announcement of the formation of Hare's Motors of Connecticut Inc to handle retail sales and maintenance of Locomobile Mercer cars and Riker trucks across Connecticut. Retail sales rooms will open August 1 at 171-173 Stratford Avenue. Locomobile service remains with the factory for a period. Officers include Boger J. Gilmore president, Harry F. V. Powers vice president and general manager, and E. R. Hunnewell Bridgeport branch manager.
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Hare's Motors of Connecticut, Inc
Locomobile
Mercer
Riker
Connecticut
Statford Evenog
Rvice
Ater
Boger
J. Gilmore
England
Harry F. Vpiowers
RK. Hunnewell
Bridgeport
Police Chief Fined for Withholding News in Cleveland
Police Chief Frank W. Smith was found guilty of contempt and fined 100 by Judge Levine for disobeying an order to open all-police records to reporters from the Cleveland News. Smith argued he advised subordinates not to grant interviews due to gossip and exaggeration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Frank W. Smith
Levine
Mandolmus
Smith
QST MEMORY GIRL TO SAIL FOR HOLLAND
Adie Lanagers, once thought to have lost memory, will sail from New York this afternoon aboard the steamer Hollaenderdam to return to Amsterdam, Holland. Her aunt Mr A Schmidt had escorted her from Hillside Home to New Haven before heading to New York.
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Adie Lanagers
New Haven
Hillside
A. Schmidt
New York
Fletterdam
Holland
Ambassadors debate Tescén question with expert reports
In Paris the council of ambassadors continued its examination of the Teschén question as political and geographical experts submitted reports. Milford notes a July 21 picnic by the Alpha Male chorus at Burwell's Beach with an informal concert at Sunnyside.
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Paris
Council of Ambassadors
Milford
Alpha Male Chorus of
Newavena
Burwell's Beach
Sunnyside
Edmund Burwell
Mill End Sale Highlights Watches and Crepe Chemises
Prominent sale items include gold watches and crepe chemises. The text compares two Mill End styles, noting their impressive beauty and value. It hints at a broad range of options meeting various needs and comforts.
Trusty gold watches with 14K bracelet cases
Solid gold 14K women’s bracelet watches with 15-jewel guaranteed movements. Describes plain or engraved cases, rich appearance, and timekeeping. Prices range from 26.50 to 12.95 with mentions of gold-filled 20-year and 10-year cases and engraved finishes. Located near Main Street door.
Bagon Sues Saxl Over Gig In Lena Sam Case
Local suit filed by Bagon against Saxl and associates alleges dispute over a gig involving Lena Sam. The complaint references a commission and a party linked to Ino of Asemobiles, with actions centered on Main Street and North Washington Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena Sam
Local Band Concert At Seaside Park Tonight
The Locomobile band presents a concert at Seaside Park this evening under the Board of Recreation. A dancing program will also be enjoyed as part of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seaside Park
Board of Recreation, & Dancing
Daily notions on sale dress belting and sewing
A retro catalog item lists dress belting, corset laces, face veils, hair nets, snap fasteners, hooks and eyes, ironing wax, damning cotton, dress trimming, elastic, safety pins, pins, oil for sewing machines, sock garters, and hose supporters with regular prices and sale figures. Left aisle reference included.
Pretty colored voile waists at a dollar seventy nine
Advertises voile waist blouses in summer colors with various necklines and sleeve lengths. Describes latest short and long sleeve styles, regular sizes, neatly finished. Lists price 1.79 and notes availability in the Second Moor area.
Loveliest Crepe Chemises At Just 2.95 Each
Mill End highlights a radiant batch of crepe de chine chemises in flesh tones with embroidered Georgette and delicate lace. Each envelope model features smooth fit and fine edging, offered at a sale value well below regular 6.50 to 7.50 prices.
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Georgette Crepe
Wallace
Excellent brocade corsets from Crown makers at $2.95
Brocade corsets in flesh color from Crown corset makers, well boned with low bust and long skirt, designed for a comfortable fit. Sizes 21 to 26 offered at sale price $2.95, regular $5.00.
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Crown
Women's furnishings sale at Union store basement
Display of summery vests in light cotton and Lisle bodices with comfort fit. Union suits knitted in fine cotton yarn and knit pants offered with tailored form fit. Embroidered silk stockings and full-fashioned silk stockings advertised. Tough black rubber raincoats priced from 3.50 to 4.50 in front basement, sizes 4 to 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Trunks Offered For Travel On Motor Or Voyage
Advertises steamer trunks priced at 15 dollars with ample room and fiber covering. Describes 36 inch trunks portable on motor or back, noted as strong and durable. Mentions deep tray inside and sturdy construction, listing third floor sales location.
Couch hammocks advertised at nine fifty
An advertisement promotes couch hammocks priced at 9.50 with strong canvas, cushioned mattress, cotton top, and full hanging hardware including hooks, chain, and screws. Regular price listed as 12.75.
Mill End Sale Offers Fresh Croquet Sets
Mill End offers a selection of croquet sets on the fourth floor with prices from 2.25 to 15 dollars. Choices include four and eight ball sets in styles from children's to expert quality, all nicely finished.
Toilet supplies catalog note with listed prices
A fragmented catalog passage lists toothbrushes, cloth brushes, face chamois, talcum powder and beauty items with old price points such as 40c 33c 85c 40c 20c and 17c 50c 32c 1.25 95c, describing product quality and styles like white celluloid puff boxes and hair receivers
Gloves and Handkerchiefs Main Floor Fashion Offer
White or black silk gloves for women with embroidery and double fingertips priced from 4.50 to 1.15 for children sizes. Linen and cotton handkerchiefs for men and boys range 65c to 15c. Umbrellas for rain shed price 3.50 to 2.93. Main floor center.
Rich Silk Menswear Sale Prices From Old Ad
A vintage advertisement offers men silk shirts priced at 7.65 with white and patterned options, silk socks in fancy colors, ties in dark luminous colors, and sleeveless athletic shirts in white cotton, all featuring reduced rates from higher regular prices. It lists shirts regular 11 to 12 dollars, socks at 1 dollar, ties at 2 dollars, tied to a sale for value conscious shoppers.
Mill End sale laces and textiles offer big savings
Numerous Val laces and other fabrics feature diverse patterns and edges with marked discounts. Filet torchen edges, embroidered borders, georgette crepe, and vestees in white and color arrive at reduced prices across main floor displays. Center aisle.
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Soda Sistas
Soun Sc
Cintaants
Teleam
fCuticurs
Fritz Hawley
ST Ibriegeport
Fairehia's
G.W Fairchild & Sons
Ince
Strel Arcade
Governor's Island
Lt. Col. Hunt
Hares Motors OF
Conn
Ipolice
Bagon Sues Saxl
Hose
Kuppenheimer
Atste
Val
Howland Dry Goods
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