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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1925
Page
3
Hugh Morrow was elected president of the Sless Sheffie Steel and Tron company in New York, succeeding the late John Wy Queen, who died recently. The appointment makes him the operating vice president prior to the elevation.
An Austrian star Marie Jeritza reportedly clashed with Polish soprano Maia Olvewaska at the Vienna State Opera. Olvewaska allegedly insulted Jeritza during The Walkuta Manza performance, was dismissed by management amid jealousy claims, and left remarks about Jeritza and Chewaka.
Earl Woodward was acquitted by a jury on a robbery charge. Witnesses including Luecdl Chaleron and Tacile testified, but their accounts conflicted. Chatterton testified about the rifle and blanket used in a kidnapping scheme related to an eleven year old girl, whose testimony was challenged in court.
Jennie Solof, 19, told police she was attacked on a county road yesterday. The assailant, identified as Johnson, is described as a negro man who dragged her off a road and attempted the assault. An all night search by authorities followed.
Readable text shows Liggetts Milk Chocolate 3416 bar two for 100 and assorted chocolates 62 for 101. Also wrapped caramel pound two for six. Instructions indicate candy sale items with prices and quantities.
Lincoln Neb May 14 Former Governor Charles W Bryan presidential candidate charged that Governor Adams McMullen is responsible for widespread rises in gasoline prices. In the region nearly all stations boosted retail prices from 21 to 3 cents, while wholesale prices remained unchanged. Tank wagon prices also advanced, and local managers gave evasive replies.
Washington reports straw hat manufacturers pressed for tariff support to protect U S trade. Representatives argued imports and lower production costs undermine domestic straw hats, urging the commission to raise duties. Whitelaw, an importer, warned higher duties could force him out of the straw hat business as requests for tariff relief were granted.
Special trains bearing Shriners head to Springfield for a major Masonic event. Thousands of attendees, temple members, and speakers expected to participate, with Providence and Massachusetts officials noted among visitors.
A battered, garbled note describes a local magnate facing a three year sentence starting Monday. It mentions legal proceedings, family, and community impact, with fragments pointing to a political or business figure and a looming court action in a municipal setting.
A chilling report describes the death of several Canadian children by fire amid a case linked to a drive in incident. The text notes a military organized drive in support of an American home and mentions Thomas Bowen and an adjutant in relation to an appeal.
Sturdy woolen suits in pencil stripes and grey and tan mixtures are offered at 29.50 down from 35. These tailored suits come with two pairs of trousers and high workmanship. One pair is always pressed and ready to wear, a convenient saver.
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