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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1921

Page

19

Tragic double tragedy shocks Chicago hotel scene

Joseph Garlasher of Jackson Michigan killed his 19 year old wife Emma in the Victoria hotel and then shot himself. He was reported 45, she 19 in one version, with conflicting ages given. The couple’s troubled romance and Emma’s pleas contrasted with Garlasher’s fatal action as authorities linked a hidden will to insurance accounts. The incident follows claims of mistreatment and a strained marriage, while other notes report unrelated structural and criminal statistics.

Chicago Joseph Garlasher Jackson, Minh Victoria George Stowe Galseker Mra Stowe Emma Jackson Mich Gallagher Michigan Central Rairoad Mra. Stowe Mrs. Stowe Rmporgue

Autoists Rescue Truck Driver in Water Plunge

A car plunged into water after a collision, prompting a lengthy rescue by autoists and police. The injured driver Lester and others were helped as the wreck was towed from the water. Meanwhile, Danbury man killed in Boardman road crash. coroner to inquest. several other injuries from weekend traffic across Bridgeport.

Lester Wiinu Wilford Séonn Ly Randh Danbury Hogeki Boardman Neary Hospital Boardman Road New Milford Joseph Ponzetto Michael Douriski Philan Bridgeport William ‘Menath Orchard Street St. Vincent's Hospital Nicholas Fanurskefov Boston Avenue Vincant's Hospital Fairfield Avenue Belmont Street Frank Beowdur Benson Road Fairfield Fanurskefovias Brocklawn Avenue Stratfield North Avenue F. Walsh

Country Club Site May Change Hands

A report on a proposed amusement center near the Country Club drew publicity. Dr Waltns of New Haven promoted the project, but Mr Perry said the claim was unfounded based on real estate circles. He did not know if Joseph Casille would sell his portion early if the property changed hands.

Drdo Waltns New Haven Perry Joseph Casillc Uture Lawn Country Lab Elwood Wade North Wanue Echnal Sommunian Tere Thera Tar Mercy

Rev Irvine Gives Up Credentials Amid Scandal

Judge denounces pastor Irvine as hypocrite amid alleged immoral conduct. Marion Sturges, chief investigator, says investigation spans multiple states and DOJ steps underway. Irvine, married with a child, edited the American Citizen and faced accusations from church members, with names of women not disclosed.

Marion Sturges Bureau Is Ie Vation Lord Dudge Win Jnto Cour Department of Justice Irvine Sturges Sturses Irvines

Bridgeport Senses Warm April Sets Record Temperatures

Mr. Jennings reports April in the Bridgeport area as the warmest on record since 1888 with an average 149.00 degrees, surpassing 1910’s 48.70. Early month heat, widespread precipitation, light snowfall, and an earlier than usual spring delayed plowing and planting while cherry and plum trees bloomed in the north.

Jennings St. Lawrence

Lessons in Finances for Women by Mrs Stern

Mrs Rving L Stern Director Women's Department Federal Securities Corporation outlines cautious investing for women. She warns against unscrupulous salesmen and urges selecting reputable investment bankers, understanding terms, and avoiding overtrusting agents. The piece explains preferred stock and its priority over common stock and bonds in earnings and assets.

Rving L. Stern Women's Department Federal Securities Corporation International News Service Eriatyst Agastatanes Bii Tien Trans A

Ordinary Boy Wade Faces Death Witnesses Silent Farewell

A crowd fills a crowded church on Myrtia Avenue as Wade contemplates his fate. The Rev. Mr. Alison recalls Wade’s life from childhood joys to a death row vigil, describing conversations about his youth, family, and a final message to Bridgeport’s young people. Wade accepts the death sentence with dignity, giving away personal belongings and flowers as guards prepare the execution, ending with a quiet goodbye.

Myrtia Avenue Wade Mr. Alson Bridgeport

Bridgeport Pastor Addresses Public Around Sin and Temptation

The Bridgeport scene features Mr. Alison discussing public responsibility and parental guidance after a disturbing incident. He asserts Wade’s weak will near a stranger influenced events, rejects claims of insanity in the family, and cautions that public resorts pose risks. He vows to reopen a cot to educate parents about sin and youth dangers.

Mir Wade Lola Bridgeport Ware Ander Alison Allison

Women Jurors to Try Affinity Slayer in Chicago

May 23. The trial date for Mrs. Cora Orthwein, accused of killing Zeigler, will be set today. She pleads self defense and drunken frenzy after a party on the Gold Coast. Prosecutor Meth seeks a women’s jury, saying men juries acquit affinity slayers.

Chicagg Cora Orthwein Haling Erdert Seigler Deed Your Tive and Rikper Co Orthwein Attero Ben Short Chicago Gold Coast Zeipier Herb Canaret Zeigler Atorner Ethan—Nounced Orchwein Meth

Murder rumors echo in distant county saga

A fragmentary report describes Be Dur and De Duc deaths amid a violent incident. A younger son, Frankin Failey, allegedly helped transport kerosene to burn brush near a woods, with De Duc believed burned. De Duc, 87, and Belt and his wife are connected to local unrest. Robbery is suspected as motive. The Ball family is linked to broader criminal chatter in Sarville area.

Frankin Failey Adie Be Dur Hulle Prasapernus Sarville Raed

Classified Classifieds Offer Vague Phone Line Note

New York on May 22 reports an evening paper includes a quirky classified plea about a dentist's office. The fragment suggests a phone line bound to be busy all day and mentions names like Dr. Watson and Watkins in a puzzling, partial ad.

New York Dr. Watson Rorm Dieth Alan Resi Watkins

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