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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1927
Page
28
A jury in the Criminal Court of Common Pleas yesterday found Tort guilty on a charge of operating his automobile under the influence of liquor. P. Leni, 209 Rowsley Street, was identified in the proceedings.
Leal of Darien was fined 100 and costs by Judge Freder ick W. Huxford after arrest on a drunken driving charge. Officer Mugavero testified Leal smelled of liquor and swayed the car. Dr Slaughter said Leal was intoxicated. Leal, released on bond, was later rearrested for leaving the station with a companion. Brower admitted drinking. others said Leal showed no intoxication at bail. Leal and Brower testified they had one drink.
Judge John W Banks of this city is sworn in today as a justice of the Supreme Court of Errors. He fills the vacancy caused by the retirement of Judge Howard J Curtis yesterday. Curtis now awaits duty as a state referee as Wiltie ends his term as Prosecutor to become assistant state's attorney. Garlick to join Friday as judge and is sworn in by Clerk Sidney Lockwood.
Plainville report states William Renfree aged eighty five department inspector of the Connecticut G A R and a state encampment delegate to the national encampment in Chicago died at his daughter's home. He is survived by two daughters and a son.
Readable ad items show Pearl tapioca three pounds for 25 cents Roled oats two tablespoons for 25 cents and Brier Rabbit Molasses two cans offered in a community sale circular.
Two prisoners Henry Trumbull and Frank Cotone escaped the county jail on North avenue yesterday using a truck driven by Louis Cocozza Jr. The pair hid in a third floor alcove at 486 Grand street after luring the driver to drive to Madison avenue. Sheriff Pease and deputies led a chase with detectives Dooley, Curry, and Kane locating them in an alcove on the third floor. Cotone and Trumbull were returned to jail. Trumbull had embezzlement charges and prior burglaries. Cotone had a long police record including thefts and concealed weapons.
Mayor Behrens, while noncommittal, is reported to likely deny a permit for a Texas company to operate a gasoline station at Noble avenue and Putnam street. Residents have long blocked prior efforts, and opposition by Etta G. Murphy and others was voiced at a public hearing. This marks Behrens first case under the 1927 General Assembly gas station permit act.
June 29. Judge Victor Prince completed city and police court appointments. Daniel M. Cronin was reappointed prosecuting attorney, Richard W. Mansfield named probation officer, John M Mallon Jr. appointed clerk, succeeding Samuel T. Adame.
Fairfield county jury commissioners meet July 11 at 9 o clock EST in the Superior Court clerk’s office at the county courthouse. Any resident may appear regarding the jury lists from the county towns. Commission members include Bradford D. Fivice Jr, George Hawley, and Superior Court clerk Michael J. Flanagan.
Women footwear sale listing details one strap pumps and cut-out sandals with center strap and low heels in gray and rose brush kid. Fine quality silk stockings in white silver gun metal and peach with striped cuff tops in sizes 8 to 10 regular price 1 15.
Imported English broadcloth athletic union suits offer full cut well tailored comfortable and cool summer wear. A saving of 3K on every suit with a smart purchase this Thursday for season supplies.
Conservative striped patterns offered for sale with Fancy Silk and Listen snappy. Discontinued 50c grade weights from well known makes. Available sizes range from 10 to 14.
An assortment of men’s pajamas offered in multiple colors patterns and styles. Includes V neck pull over coat model with Elk frogs and collars Universal and other well known makes with regular prices listed at 1.79 1.95 and 2.50.
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