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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1920

Page

10

High Building Cost Due to Labor Slackers

Cleveland June 9 Chief blame for tremendous increases in building costs was placed on labor slackers in a county grand jury report on the inquiry into the rising costs. The three month probe heard testimony from builders dealers in materials and labor representatives and found no evidence of a wage cartel. Workers in building operations are doing less than in prewar times yet earning twice the wages.

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Aged Man 72 Held as Clever Forger in New York

Charles Henry Conrad Wisher, 72, was arrested in New York on forgery charges connected to a gang that defrauded banks in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Providence and New Haven of about 40 000. Police say he conspired with four others, including Jacob Stern Edward Leslie Louis Novello and Steve Nedson, in the scheme. Detectives from New Haven aided the arrest.

York Charles Henry Conrad Wisher New York Boston Philadelphia New Haven Banke New Hitler Msher Jacob Stern Edward Leslie Lous Novello Steve Nedson

Summer Frocks and Accessories Show Sturdy Childrenswear

Garments feature plain colors and floral patterns in summery fashion. Frocks and hats use white organdie bands with embroidery. Rose pink with white, sizes 4 5 6 years, priced 7.50 to 12.50 for two pieces. Also French tie in black satin and graceful summer shoes Betsey and York in Nile cloth suede finish. Main floor and Children’s Shop on second floor.

D. ML. C

Western storm claims three lives and injures many

Three people are dead and numerous others injured as a wind storm swept northern Minnesota and parts of western Wisconsin and North Dakota last night. Damages were estimated at 100 thousand dollars as buildings collapsed in Sioux City and other towns.

ST. Paul Min Minnesota Wisconsin North Dakota Sioux City

Many Jews Killed in Austrian Riots

Budapest in June heard a national assembly session discuss recent disorders in the city. Pro and anti Habsburg factions clashed while religious tensions loomed large. Anti Semitic outbreaks were reported with rabbi shortages and Protestant ministers to substitute. The assembly demanded action against culprits and against intimidation of the body.

Budapest National Assembly Watcaal Assembly Stres

No Decision Yet in Vehicle Co Foreclosure Case

The Superior court yesterday heard testimony in the action of Harry D. Miller against Bridgeport Venielo Co and others seeking foreclosure on a $5,000 mortgage note. The parcel at Parfield and Holland avenues is presently held by the Elis Ridden Body Co as the court has not issued a decision.

Superior Court Frank D. Haines Harry D. Miller Bridgeport Venielo. Company Janes W. Horton Miller Parfield and Holland Avenues Elis Ridden Body Company

Decision Reserved In New York Man Versus United Tailoring

Judge Walsh in Common Pleas heard testimony in the suit of Max Lehrer of New York against United Tailoring Company of its city to recover 174 dollars for furnished materials. The defense claimed the goods were bought by simple contract and delivered as represented. Decision was reserved.

Walsh Common Pleas Court Max Lehrer New York United Tailoring Company Lehrer

A Spooky Drink Read the Sunday Post Mas Vine

A spooky feature note invites readers to explore the Sunday Post Mas and its vault of oddities. It mentions a tale titled Some Ghosts I have Seen and hints at betting guidance and a ghostly invitation to hire time.

Sunday Post

The Skeleton in the Attic Mystery Explained

A long buried error unravels the case of a young woman misidentified as Carrie Selvage. The Sunday Post treats the revival of the haunting mystery as a compelling feature, urging readers to order the issue.

Carrie Selvage The Sunday Post

Plant Heartbeat Discovery Sparks Scientific Excitement

A new migrascope enables watching plant heart beats, described in The Sunday Lost Magazine science section. The article highlights this strange discovery reported last week and notes its potential impact on biology research.

Lost

Os Dunnus Month Tax Payment Notice

The second payment on home tax bills is due on or before June 16 for those who did not pay their taxes in full at the start of the season. Special taxes on journeys movie boats automobiles pool tables bowling alleys and other venues under the special tax heading are due on or before June 20.

Madeira Doilies Scarves and Centerpieces Display

Madeira Doilies Scarves and Centerpieces feature Filet and Venetian lace bordered pieces suitable for showers and weddings. Also includes a durable leather bag with leather lining and children's bags in colors and fabrics like leather silk and novelty materials.

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