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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1927

Page

3

Frieda Hempel Sues Hecksh er for Million Dollar Suit

Frieda Hempel of New York sues Hecksh er for about a million dollars in a Supreme Court suit. The complaint centers on a martial contract claiming annual payments of around one million dollars in quarterly installments. Hempel, a Met Opera soprano born in Leipzig and divorced in 1928, is cited amid rumors of a near marriage to the philanthropist Hecksh er.

New York Frieda Tempel Boetand Hieckscher Supreme Court Hotkseher Hemper Piledy Hemne Ano Atte Ule Leipdly Clerming William B. Kahn Tirekscher Freda Hempet Atetes Baris Eirexisher Bor Hiner Wn. Realty Corporat Sharan Power Pany Wes Hans Trroepy Llecksuner Newack

Countess shot man self in hospital in Paris

A Paris hospital reports the Countess shot a man and herself. She remains in hospital with possible recovery delays. The shooting occurred in March, with local officials uncertain about motive and timing.

Self

MacDonald Improves in Philadelphia Hospital

Prime minister Ramsay MacDonald remains hospitalized in Jefferson Hospital Philadelphia for a nose and throat infection. He spent a better night and is in improved condition but remains too weak to be discharged for several days.

Philadeld Pila Muay Solis Cohen Atales J. Ramsay MacDonald Labor Jefferson Hsopital MacDonaald MacDonald

Brother of slain St Louis attorney held for killing

Glenn Thicks, brother of a St Louis attorney slain Saturday night, and Willy Davis, an ex-convict, were voted liable for murder and likely to face charges. The attorney and his brother operated an insurance brokerage. Thicks was trustee of policies totaling 386,000, with changes naming the brother as beneficiary. The attorney, who was killed, had on the same day named his brother chief beneficiary and executor in a will filed without bond.

Lols Tichs Brothe Glenn Attasal Hicks Oie Willy Davis Dretortivons User Clean Tricks Ibte Thei Fedoral Commerce Trust Company Glenn Thicks Benenetary Mndev Janus

Stenographer Seeks $700 From Estate in Court Action

Public stenographer testifies in the Court of Common Pleas seeking $700 damages from the estate of the late Dr. Robert J. Alaytin. The plaintiff claims to have rendered stenographic services and supplied materials during the doctor's life and alleges she has never been paid.

Short Circuit Blamed for $15000 Stamford Fire

Stamford May 3 Fire at the Modern Electric Co on Jub Attinue avenue caused about 15000 damage. Reported as a short circuit after noon, investigators probed wiring and shop officers noted smoke and flames. Local business outlets watched authorities assess the blaze and its effects.

Stamford Dallace Eleetres Co

Cantata Planned for Sunday Night in Easton Church

Easton church to host a cantata Pha Shepherd of Men by John Witty on Sunday night at 8 oclock for National Music Week with a choir including Mrs Joseph By, Hail, 5. Frey FE. Silliman, Mrs John san and Miss Hegluia Steucek. The chorus features Mary Turney and many others. Also services at Les M. Ti church at 11 oclock with Rev. Howard B. Warren preached on Kingdom. Epworth League elect officers after service. An operetta The Ghosts of Trito will be staged May 27 at Easton Granie hall by Walfield County School of Music. Several local residents named among cast, chorus, and organizers.

Ston Red Bunker of Willon Pha Shepherd of Men John Witty Joseph By Frey FE. Silliman Johnsan Hegluia Steucek Epworth League Trito Easton Granie Hall Walfield County School of Music Strout Gladys Jennie Davis MM Whitaker aApysie S Ss Minnie Bistee Morenus Truggins Auss Catherine Fiyon Eva. Pariser Kearns Alisa Marion Whitaker Jacelina Mphell Isabel Mc: Knight Misa Mthel Jones Marlon Hateh Emily Yacke Princess Teilinl Gladys Morehouse Knulel Cathe Inglynn Mile Beatrice Lanese Tta Ruston Grange Mary Turney Julia K. John Logan Harry Escoftt Clifford Gillette Lidward Freehorn Edward Knlg Joseph Slaty Erwin Edwards Leroy

Catholic Bishop Must Face Court

Providence May AP reports Retired Bishop William A Hickey of Providence was served a summons to appear in Superior Court on May 20 to answer charges that parish funds were diverted to a school fund. Monsignor Issing and over 40 other defendants are named. excommunication was threatened but not pursued. Rome contacts have indicated canon law cannot apply in these cases.

Providence William A. Hickey Wipheage J Daignault Kent Spe Peter Issing Doisoneult Nan“ Orkrt Angerts Rome Tan Gaes Vance

Cuban jockey stabbed after leaving Havana jail

Havana May 5 CAP Yerna a leading rider at Oriental Park in recent weeks is in critical condition from stab wounds sustained while leaving prison. Police say his brother stabbed him following the Cuban girl’s release by the Correctional Court judge in Marianao. Pernia was to join Dr. Alberto Taclin’s riding staff in the United States next week.

Havana Cuvur Yerna Oriental Park Sta Pernia Marianao Tiavana Alberto Taclin American Trac

Darrow Named Chief Counsel for Anti Blue Laws Group

Clarence Darrow of Chicago has accepted the office of chief legal counsel for the Association Opposed to Blue Laws. The group, headquartered in Washington, will employ his services in high profile Sunday law tests involving baseball and movie showings. Honorary vice presidents include Rupert Hughes Sinclair Lewis George W Hunt Julius Valleman and others.

Washington, May Clarence Darrow Chicago Rupert Hughes Sinclair Lewie Gosvernay George W Hunt Arizend Valleman Julius Kans the Rey HL ME Tawsen Tishnay William Montgomery Drown

Crepe de Chine Blouse and Satin Collar List

Catalog note lists Crepe de Chine items with straight and lace trimmed collars in white and blonde shades. Includes White Satin with straight collar and Georgette pieces in V neck and lace trim, plus Trish Lace options. Mentions prices from $1 to $3.50 and a frilled Georgette cowl effect as a Spring costume addition.

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