Dynamite Found in Suspect John Miller's Home
Police in Chicago found dynamite and percussion cans in a barrel at the home of John Miller, tied to bombings that killed two officers and led to mass arrests of union leaders. Miller claimed he did not know of the bombing operations and that his vehicle was stolen. Attorneys for indicted labor leaders sought speedy trials, while officials urged creation of a labor court within the criminal system.
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Chicago
Amec
John Miller
Miller
Dair
Fred Mader
Chicago Building Trades Council
Tim Murphy
Sutte
Ghief Justin
Scailan
Whorensox
Bandits Attack On Limited Is Rebuffed
Bandits attempted a hold up of the Golden State Limited near Tucson Arizona today but were repelled when Harry Stewart an express messenger killed one bandit and wounded another in a revolver fight. Posses seek the attackers who may be hiding in the area and possibly fled in automobiles.
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Tucson
Arizona
Golden State Limited
Chicago, Rocksland and Pacific Raiway
Harry Stewart
Express
Morrison Elected Chairman of C. of C. Retail Board
Benjamin F. Morrison of Gearie BR Clark and Company was elected Chamber of Commerce succeeding D. M. Jones. At the annual meeting held yesterday in the ratfield officers and directors were chosen. The board praised Jones and noted the financial strength, with gifts presented to Morrison and plans for Suburban Day to boost Bridgeport as Connecticut’s quality center.
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Benjamin F. Morrison
Gearie BR Clark and Company
Chamber of Commerce
D. M. Jones
D. M. Read
Benjamin F Morrison
H. MacKennie
W. C. Hawiley
Richard Oppel
F. D. Bell
W. P. Hindle
Geo. &. Troxell
A. E. Smith
J. H. Stage
Trtiine
Morrison
Jones
Bell
Joseph Bristee
Wallace G. Taylor
Howlands
Bridgeport
Connecticut
Trust Companies Report Slight Gain in Deposits
Six trust companies in the city show total assets of 17,140,874.77 as of May 5, up 564,842.05 from year end, a 3.5 percent rise. Savings deposits rose from 7,216,48.85 to 7,265,795.33 in four months, about 0.5 percent. New deposits exceeded withdrawals, reversing earlier monthly declines. Mortgage loans slipped over 2 percent since year end 1921. Loans fell from 268,775.00 at year end to 204,225.6 on May 6. Commercial loans rose in the first quarter to 6,054,568.56 from 6,344,551.17. A consolidated May 1, 1922, statement compares with December 31, 49212.
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Fed
Bae Ga
Duc
Political Clash Over Electrical Inspectorate Debated
A city council session saw sharp exchanges over an administration measure creating an electrical inspector. Alderman Price resisted tabled action as Republicans attacked the plan, while Alderman Gallagher and others weighed the need for extra inspection amid ongoing building oversight. Nichols Street access and church ground-use matters were also discussed.
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Price
Alderman Price
Weness
Caldwall
Sanford
Pire
Mire
Brown
Téliow
Alder Sanford
Gallagher
Pyst
Frank Gallagher
Kincg
Cohleugues
Reynadsa
Hiss
Eurg
Acam
Kisco
Nichols Street
Pembroke
Church Street
Clos
Quyreh Street
St. Cycl’s Parochial School
Mesey
Sridgepory Business Men’s Association
Majestic Theatre Roof Collapse Injures 16 in Pittsburgh
Part of the Majestic Theatre roof collapsed while 136 people were inside. Four of the injured were believed to be in serious condition as rescue crews evacuated patrons.
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Picture Theatre
Pittsburgh
Majestic Theatre
Lnto
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C. of
C. Retail Board
Smithe Murray
Sento Miariay
Mallory
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Corner John
Bridgeport, Conn
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