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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1922
Page
5
In Trenton on March 20 Leslie White reportedly drank a putative liquor to cure a cold and was later found dead in bed. Authorities were examining the bottle and contents for clues as investigators gather evidence at the scene.
Abbreviated review of Peil's shift featuring Lillian Walker in Shadow Land and Adele LaLuce shadows, with Bob Willis and Jim McCoo acts, Belgium duo Morak Slaters, and The Bbsary as the feature. Plaza Theater’s five act vaudeville bill includes Clifford and Co. hypnotic comedy, skating stars Mac and Daley, Harmon act, Merman and Rose Seminary Days, Ray and Davis Pure and Simple, Tom Mix Eva Novak Sky High, and RichardBurthersmess Eight Ace, plus ongoing Dawe Theatre First Nation program and Empire Theatre Hurricane Hardy.
Bridgeport booster drive gains solid support from local banks led by President Wolfe and Manager Eric. They pledge conservative aid, stress city prospects, and urge coordinated effort to attract new industries and improve port facilities amid easing economic gloom.
Twelve grass fires drew a warning from Chief Engineer Daniel F Johnson. He noted fires started by boys wanting to see the department respond and urged parents to warn youths that such fires risk lives and property. He warned about costs to the department and the danger of turning out for avoidable blazes, plus advice to landowners to keep growth in check.
Ralph W. Harrison of Maplewood New Jersey, born March 20, shot himself at his home amid nervous disorders linked to war shell shock. A Lafayette College graduate and former baseball and basketball player, he carried a revolver through combat in France and had been under treatment for wartime trauma. He was active in several clubs and led in amateur athletics.
The speaker urges urban pride and proactive advertising to attract growth. He cites Los Angeles, Seattle, Philadelphia, and New York as examples while urging a dedicated city committee to chart a path, promote rail connections, and boost local business to join a broader national and global economy.
Joseph A. Oncemore once of Bridgeport is in custody in Lewiston Maine on a charge of illegal transportation of a horse. Federal authorities routed in this city for all similar violations. Details remain unknown to local authorities.
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