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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1922

Page

4

Seeks Recover Title to Disused Conn Railroad Right of Way

In Connecticut Superior Court a case seeks to recover title to a disused land parcel and the trolley right of way between Norwich and Westerly. Macy Hewitt and coheirs claim 1916 deed rights were violated when the Shore Line tracks and equipment were not used. The plaintiffs press the receiver to relinquish possession of the land and rights of way.

Norweck Rathway T North Stonington Norwich Weeterly Macy Man ‘Hewitt North Stonines Thomas Be Hewitt New York Brower Hewitt New Haven Hhetre Thomas & Hewitt Lam Condh

Injured by Automobile Suit Filed for 3500

Sophie Berecksor sues John P. Arons for 3500 alleging negligence after a collision at Fairfold and State streets in December. She claims left leg fractures and other injuries while returning from work as a warrant girl. Court papers filed in Superior Court clerk's office.

Sophie Berecksor Watt John P. Arons Superior Court

Gas Tablets for Relief and Prevention

An advertisement touts Baatmanns Gas Tablets as relief and prevention for gas and indigestion. It claims rapid action with three tablets per hour before meals, mentions nervous dyspepsia, and highlights the famous yellow package sold by Hindle Pharmacy and J. Baatmann Chemist in San Francisco.

vRamerbor Baatmann

Illness of Jurors Delays Federal Court Session

In Haven May 1 Judge Edwin Thomas postponed the case of Joseph Weissman and five others, charged with attempting to congeal assets after Weissman’s 2019 bankruptcy failure. Only 19 of 48 summoned jurors appeared, nine available after challenges as the court adjourned until tomorrow. Weissman, a former wholesale grocer, faced ongoing hearings for settlement of bankruptcy matters.

Haven May Prin Pretimonia United States Todax Edwin 8. Thomas Joseph Weissman Teissman Nina Weisgmaan Tima Asasia Ofse

Bowlers Banquet Tonight Features Local Entertainers

bowling groups in the city will host a banquet and entertainment at M Co A banquet hall tonight at o'clock. Samuel Davis will be toastmaster as a plan of entertainment unfolds with Florence Gage singing, piano pieces, stringed selections, violin solos, and performances by Arthur Berliz, Cliftard Smyth, Ted Cones, Lilian Phillips, Misa Viola, and the Boys' Orchestra of the YY.

Gamuel Davis Florence Gage T. Btrout Arthur Berliz Cliftard Smyth Ted” Cones Miga Lilian Phillips Misa Cera Chestra of the

Grocery Partners Seek Bankruptcy Protection in Maplewood

Morrie Gordon and Alex Prussin, owners of a Maplewood grocery, filed for bankruptcy as partners and individuals. Assets total 1,963 dollars, 800 in steel items, 400 in fixtures, and cash. Gordon as an individual shows 904 dollars in debts with no assets. Prussin has 248 dollars in debts and 195 dollars in assets.

Morrie Gordon Alex Prussin Maplewaood Avenue Stecl Gordon

Real estate attachments claim damages against Mortis Metal

Attachments on Mortis Metal Products real estate claim a total $52,750 in damages. Arthur Chancellor of Philadelphia seeks $8,000, Stafford W. Chappell of Spetterfield $18,000, Irving Sheen and Charles R. Hastings of Springfield $700, with similar complaints by Mortis principals. Chancellor alleges a one year employment from Sept 1 1920 at $19 per week ended when he was barred from continuing. Other attachments relate to pattern work and related refusals to accept claims.

Mortis Metal Products Corporation Ofice Yeverday Arthur Chancellor Philadelphia Stafford W. Chappell Spetterfield Irving Sheen Charles R. Hastings Springfied Sir Chapwell George M. Mortis J. P. Mortis Rying Bheen Charles R. Exstings Celal

Aerial Polo Diverts Flying Men at Miami

A Miami report describes aerial polo with seaplanes and balloons over Bay Biscayne. Airmen employ stunts from Immelmann to basic maneuvers in a playful contest. balloons released during the match determine the winner.

Polo Miami Bia Mar Mio Immelmann Bsfe Bay Biscayne

Judge Carl Foster Addresses Lions Club in Bridgeport Meeting

Judge Carl Foster spoke at the Lions Club luncheon at the Stratfield Hotel. He urged sound business dealings and patriotism to Bridgeport. Beethoven trio provided music. John Wheeler of Wheeler and Hewes Company won the weekly attendance prize, a fountain pen, donated by Kiay Fe Guard.

Carl Foster Lions' Club Stratfield Hovel Lions Bridgeport John Wheeler Wheeler and Hewes Camimtny Kiay Feeguard Toca

Jurors Drawn for Criminal Court Term in Connecticut

Jurors for the current Criminal Superior Court term were selected by Judge John F. P. Well lug-Ag. The panel lists jurors across towns including Ansonia, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Newtown, Norwalk, Redding, Bridgeport, Shelton, Stamford, Stratford, and Weston. Names include Wm Arnole, M W Padden, D J O Conner, S Banks, D M Prentice, B S Winchester, E H Fisherty, E T Mead, F Newman, A T Hotfecker, C B Shuten, J H Curtiy, W D Corbett, Yerson, J Linxweller, F H Tripp, W Banks, R Bréyr, W H Alice, J Donovan, F I Wells, B W Avery, P Ferrig, T H Stratford, F J Blokerman, R W Sherwood, N Andrews, G D Chiford.

Criminal Superior Court John FP. Wellug Jantdgeport Chartea Arnole Michael W.padden Daniel J. O'Conner Fairthelad—clittora S. Banks Dwight M. Prentice Benjamin S. Winchesters Greenwich Patrick EH. Fisherty Edgar T. Mead Frank Newman Cannan Albert T. Hotfeck Chiriga B. Shuten Newtown Jobart W. PD. Corbett Norwalk Yeremiah Jacob Linxweller Frederick H. Tripp Redding William Banks Robert Bréyr Blagefield Willam H. Alice Irving Shelton Joan H. Donovan Frank I. Wells Stamford Berjaniz W. Avery Pigadore I. Ferrig Theodore H. Stratford Frank J. Blokerman Ralph W. Sherwood Weston—Norlands Andrews An George D. Chiford

Eight Divorce Suits Heard in Superior Court

The Stamford Superior Court yesterday heard eight divorce actions. Marie Marron seeks dissolution from Thomas Marron with desertion before 1918 and asks for alimony and custody where applicable. Annie Hill petitions from Sidney Hill on grounds of habitual intemperance and cruelty, requesting custody of four minor children and alimony. Pasquale Blateri seeks a divorce from Littis Blateri for desertion, asks to resume maiden name and custody of three children.

Stamfart Starion Myrtle Boyle Marcon Thomas B. Marron Oll Los Angeles Cal Mlaintif Allesen Marie Annie Hill Stamford Hay Sidney EM

Second Man Convicted in Bhiladepeta Murder Case

BhiladePeta March 1 Henry Reingehpleber was convicted of murder in the first degree by a jury in a session court over the death of four year old Sarah A Parr at her home last July. The verdict follows David Tisque, a companion, being found guilty last month amid the ongoing case with two others awaiting trial.

Bhiladelpeta Henry Reingehpleber Sarah A. Parr David Tisque Reischrieber

Cousin Emil Calls on Chicago Decorator in Unclear Tale

Fragmentary OCR text reports a Chicago decorator Emi Burgy claiming kin with Max Cepr and engagement to heiress Le Mathilde McCor t. The garbled lines mention Swizerland, a master, and a reference to a palace event with uncertain detail.

Emi Burgy Chicago Max Cepr Weig Swizerland le Mathilde McCort Lyepredt

McAdoo Plans Move From New York to Los Angeles

William G. McAdoo, head of the Wilson administration's State Department setup, says he will leave New York soon with Mrs. McAdoo and relocate to Los Angeles. He plans to start a Pacific coast move Friday and form a new legal practice there, denying plans to retire or enter film industry, and noting he will open a law office as before.

New York Willam G. McAdoo Geerctarge He Frehhs Wilson Los Angeles Hoa Pacific Coast Allen New Fe Tarther West Dacome Drs. McAdoo Washington

Four Soviet Republics Consolidate Under Moscow Rule

The four Soviet republics of the Caucan region consolidate under a single Moscow controlled capital. Presidents of Azerhallen, Goursk, and two others retain leadership. The policy aims to reduce old boundary disputes while reviving trade. Open stores, cheaper goods, and improved rail service boost regional commerce.

MILIS Georgle Meri Gommorch Azerhallen Goursk Land Tha Lita Rendikc Thia City Renaia Moscow Conto Mirinoy Persia Constantinople Baku Bax Gaspan Sea

Eskimos of Labrador Decline Says Northern Official

In Sopenhagen March reports Labrador Eskimos deteriorating race says Hardadaw vice governor of Northern Greenland who just returned from Eskimo settlements. Lindow notes Labrador Eskimo fare poorly against Greenland counterparts and need protection. He claims exploitation by unscrupulous traders grows yearly with missionaries the only aid. Eskimo women suffer from lack of medical care.

Sopenhagen Mar Labrador Saya Hardadaw Greenland Lindow

Robert E. Lee Home Restored in Cape May Purchase

Cape May March 1 The former home of Confederate general Robert E. Lee was bought by Leonard H. Davis president of a local utility. Davis says he may remove war relics and adapt the building to the period style, preserving its historic character while meeting modern needs. The purchase came from the estate of the late Albert Hughes.

Cape May Robert E. Lee Way Leonard H. Davie Longo Olity Davis Pnay Ajvbert Tugher

Mokara cream claims skin relief and acne aid

An advertisement touts Mokara as a potent remedy for itchy irritated skin, pimples, acne, and rashes. It promises quick relief, claims to soothe various skin disorders, and lists supposed ingredients and endorsements to attract buyers.

McGann

Mulvihill Denounces Newspapers Over Unfounded Report

Prohibition director Roy A Haynes investigator Joseph Mulvihill charged newspapers with an unfounded story that he planned to testify before a Federal Grand Jury in New Haven alleging corruption among State Prohibition agents. Mulvihill called the reports irresponsible and said he gave no interviews and knew nothing of the purported statements.

Joseph Mulvihill Prohibition Direeter Roy

Brokers Charged Over Dead Company Sale Promises

Philadelphia March. Arthur W Weston Harald A Wooton of A Wooton Co and H Leighton president of Public Service Co charged by federal grand jury with fraudulently promoting sale of taxi stock to Harry D Burke. They allegedly arranged 24 percent cash commission and sold 10006 shares while concealing taxi concern solvency.

Philadelehta Mar. L. Arthur W. Weston Harald A. Wooton A. Wooton & Co Hidger C. Leighton Public Service That Co Federal Grand Jury Harry D. Burke Taxcab Migzion Rigette Bao Defensantea Hoa Taxiend Waansolvent

Transmutation claims stir Iowa City in 1883

In Iowa City on March 1 1883 Dr Charles R Keyes states that Gustavs Hinrichs of the University of Town outlined a math based lead to gold method and later demonstrated it. The process is deemed impractical as artificial gold would be far costlier than natural gold.

Iowa City Charles R. Keyes Des Maines Gustavus Himrichs University of Town Keyes Hinrichs Chinchilla

Stamford Firm Sued by Schwarz Bros Co in Foreclosure

In Stamford a foreclosure suit against Connecticut Dry Milk Products Co alleges a $4,000 promissory note remains unpaid. Papers filed in the superior court clerk's office state the note is due and property is in possession of the defendants, with proceedings initiated.

Stamford Schwarz Bros. CO Senwarz Broa. Go Connecticut Dry Milk Producta Company Ruperler Court Clerk Rothe

Ladies Hair Darkening Compound Ad

An early 20th century advertisement touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken gray hair. It claims natural, even color with a dampened sponge, promising a youthful appearance after one or two applications.

Wyeth Soyota Bagrude

Help Fight Flu With Self Protection Rules

Public health guidance advises staying away from crowds and using antiseptic throat gargles from your druggist. Use Blyts Cream Mallow to soothe throat membranes, keep hands clean, and follow routine nightly.

Worthia

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