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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1918

Page

11

Man's Arrest Over Ginger Ale Tipples Sparks License Hearing

A man accused of driving while intoxicated after a night at a Sutter Street saloon testified to a wild night of strong ginger ale and a mistaken sense of sobriety. He claimed he felt dizzy later and was arrested while asleep in his car. The magistrate noted the driver’s work record and suggested license restoration be considered. Other locals discussed license issues and a separate collision case involving Westport drivers.

Sutter Harriet Street Stoeckel Ale M.C. Company Stoerkel Lutte William Brods Riroet Licens Afdy James ’. Pykeman Westport Dykeman Iast Navas Margaret Allen Artie Bald Mills Ane Viele

Ice Cream Shortage Triggers Price Hikes Across Bridgesport

Hot wave duress drives ice cream scarcity as demand surges over weekend. Vendors raise prices 20 to 59 percent while basic sodas jump from 10 to 13 cents. Labor shortages hinder restocking and ingredient costs push profits. An unrelated coroner note follows.

Bridgeport Amrin Reet Thors Pustifiares Abin Proprieto Ihirst Emporiums

Witness Claims Threat to Stop Testifying in Derby Derby Case

In Civil Superior Court Jennie Boyson Derby testified amid a threat allegedly made by Jonnie Hellison to ruin her reputation if she spoke in John W. Derby versus Jennie Derby divorce proceedings. Derby claimed habitual drunkenness and infidelity. Mrs. Derby denied the charges as the judge reserved decision.

Jonnie Hellison Hind Street John WM. Derby Jennie Boyson Derby Halligan Home Jonnie Derby

Harris Commends War Workers Spirit of Duty at Tau ris Plant

Harris compliments Tau Ris Plant workers for supporting the war effort. He notes many are in government service and all shop employees are pledged to 100 percent government work. He praises contributions to Liberty bonds and war relief and urges focus on producing ships, trucks, planes, and tools to aid soldiers.

Mare Envila ‘Lrendy United States Naval Consulting Board Sinys Y. M. Ges Uncle Son America Bey

Hannibal of Carthage and the Roman War Era

An excerpt recounts Hannibal born in Carthage about 247 B C and his long bid to disrupt Rome. It notes his aristocratic heritage, early habits, and a portrayal of his campaigns including a famed Alpine crossing and dramatic military ambitions. The text blends history with curious anecdotes and garbled OCR details.

Tranannibal Europe Rome Congress Hannibal Carthage B. C Conservation League Whwangisal

Jitney Driver Faces License Hearing After Collision

Friedel, a jitney operator from 24 Street, collided with a fire truck on State Route May 39. He paid 25 in City Court and appeared before State Motor Vehicle Commissioner Stoeckel. he claimed personal hardship while firemen testified the siren sounded and he tried to cut across the truck. The commissioner will review Friedel's statements to decide if the license can be restored.

Bard Inele Meribelo Aloe Priade Friedel State Mator Vehiela Commissione Stoeckel Meriden Nisa Pricdel

Coroner Finds No Liability in Death of Robert Itiy

Coroner John J. Phelan ruled no criminal liability in the death of Robert Itiy at Salts Textile Co. A finding from the coroner’s inquest issued yesterday.

Robert Itiy Electriday of Salts Teaxtile Company John J. Phelan

Pott's Disease Described in Poetic Health Article

In a medical column by Dr. Andrew F. Curler the piece discusses tuberculous infection of spinal vertebrae, its progression from cancellous tissue to adjacent bones, and potential abscess formation. It covers symptoms, possible paralysis, and the role of early care and orthopaedic treatment for children, with advice on diet and supportive measures.

Percivil Pott Pott Oases

Woman Settles Slander Action Out of Court

The slander suit brought by a woman named sin lin against Fleisher ended out of court yesterday in this city. Judge Kellogg was expected to hear testimony as the civil case proceeded.

Mecca Sinlin Fleisher Weinstocl

Removal Pan on Loans Sparks Trust Fight

A ten month ban on building loans was overturned by Une Sieg Trust directors. The institution plans to aid individuals seeking to build new houses and ease housing conditions in the area. Settlement sums and details are unclear due to damaged text.

Une Sieg Trust Piny Lhanses Dafotaa

May Pach Bigamy Charge Faces City Court

Charles Pombriend alias Cha Henry was arrested in Nashua on desertion and will likely face bigamy charges in City Court tomorrow after a hearing held yesterday. The man married a woman nearly two years ago while another wife and three children lived in New Hampshire. A female authority notes a stockingen leg claim amid the odd remarks. the article also discusses a colorful aside about stockings.

Charles Pombriend Cha’ Henry Nashua Torrow BP Briant Thig Hanpshire

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