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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1927

Page

3

Religious League plotted Obregon death charged

General Roberto Cruz announced that three leaders from the League for the Defense of Religious Liberty organized the Obregon assassination plot and confessed. The trio named Luis Begura Vileh Miguel Augustin Pro Juarez and Humberto Juarez were jailed as investigation proceeds. Police say the priest and his brother aided arms smuggling to Catholic rebels in Jalisco and Zacatecas. A separate blast or sound bomb incident occurred in the murder car aftermath.

Mexico City Associated Press Roberto Cruz League For the Defense of Religious Liberty Lan General Obregon Luis Begura Vileh Crue Vileh Obregon Vilchis Jalisco Zacatecas Tirade Lamberto Ruiz Obregons Companiors

Dr Beaupre's Rheumatic Treatment Promoted locally

French medical formula long used for rheumatic pains and neuralgia is now sold in local drug stores as Dr Beaupre's Rheumatic Treatment. Advert says it relieves aching joints muscles and cramps and promises dramatic relief after one package. Do not suffer and obtain from druggists.

Benupre Dr. Beaupre

Homemade Remedy Promises Quick Cough Relief

An old home remedy touts a simple mix using Pinex and sugar syrup or honey to stop a cough within hours. The ad claims rapid throat and airway relief, helps bronchitis and hoarseness, and urges asking a druggist for 2 1/2 ounces of Pinex with directions. Money-back guarantee noted.

Thug Fen Greg Che Piner Wayne Ind Dunes

Conspiracy Leaders Linked to Obregon Bomb Plot

Police tracing confessions locate a house where leaders of a group named the action group of the League for the Defense of Religious Liberty planned General Obregon's death. Four bombs, bomb components, and 7000 cartridges belonging to Vilchis were found, with the automobile used in the attempt kept nearby. The conspirators include priests, a bishop’s niece, and others still at large.

Tirado Ruiz Obregon The League For the Defense of Religious Liberty Lisea Pia Juarez Josefina Montes Deoca Ignacio Montes de

Neighbors Oppose Flats Over Store in Grovers Area

The Board of Appeals sustained objections from 16 residents and refused Joseph and Elizabeth Chizmadia’s plan to add two residential floors over a corner store at Archibald L Christie’s property, citing zoning law and neighborhood impact. Opponents warned the move would degrade property values and breach zoning rules, while proponents argued higher density could raise value and meet housing demand.

Grovers Avenue Seaview Terrace Board of Appeals Joseph and Elizabeth Chizmadia Archibald L Christie Cornelia P Lathrop I J Cohn Moris Ginsberg Lathrop Grovera Avenue Beacon Street Christee Nathan Koenig Charles Street Daniel M Rowland Koenig Jackson Avenue Thomas Lanse Calhoun Avenue Halla E Wallin Harbor Avenue Ferry Street

Chicago Gang War escalates after Capone bodyguards arrested

Rival Chicago gangsters sparked a new war for gambling supremacy and opened fire on police. Three alleged Capone bodyguards were arrested outside South Park station after a courtroom plot to kill Capone surfaced. Police identified other arrests and described an arsenal linked to the Lombardo and Unione Siciliana factions.

Chicago Associated Press al ‘Scarface Capone South Park Street Capones William Connor O’banton-Weiss-Drucci Antonio Lombardo Unione Siciliana Sam Marlin Samuel Marcus New York Tony Campagni Andy Alello Tony Celafo AfeNlo Brothers Lombardo

Missing Girl Found Gets Jail Term

Mary Klink seventeen, missing two weeks, identified the girl at police HQ after she pressed a complaint against Arthur Markarian. She admitted living with Shoemaker Joseph Puccio. Mary received three months in jail on a disorderly conduct charge. Puccio fined and given suspended 30 days. Markarian similarly sentenced. Other City Court items noted.

Arthur Markarian Deacon Street Mary Klink Joseph Puccio Fairfield Avenue Puccio Costa Markarian Steve Baumgartner Howard Avenue Wasbourne User Alfred Bishop Wickford

Greenwich man dies in accident with truck and electric wire

Coroner rules Robert Carroll of Water Street Greenwich accidental death after being struck by a 15 foot high electric wire while atop a truck carrying lime. The truck operated by Alfred Ricciardi, also of Greenwich, raised Carroll to pass under a railway viaduct when the fatal contact occurred. The coroner notes the wire exceeded typical clearance but does not name the workers responsible in criminal terms.

Coronel John J Phelan Robert Carroll Waterstreet Greenwich Greenwich Hospital Maher Brothers Construction Company Steamboat Road Alfred Ricciardi Carroll National Electric Safety Gace Corponer

Fur Coat Styles Highlight Slim Straight Season Trends

Fashion notes point to slim and straight silhouettes dominating fur coat trends this season with Mendoza Beaver and Nutmeg Gray Cara caracul textures appearing in key collections. Designers emphasize lightweight comfort and clean lines for day and evening wear across major houses.

Chinchilla Hats Feature in Out Extra Quality Sateen Line

A fashion note highlights chinchilla hats coordinating with an out extra quality sateen line. Designers emphasize a chic, era appropriate look and new fabric pairing for seasonal caps.

Daily Cooking Demonstration at House Furnishings Dept

A daily cooking demonstration features Stromberg-Carlson radios connected to electric sockets for clear reproduction and concert-stage voice quality. Howland's service combines with Stromberg-Carlson units priced from 335 to 1245 dollars. A representative from the Miro Aluminum Company will present a duty cooking demo in the House Furnishings Department including the new waterless method.

Stromberg-Carlsons Stromberg-Carlson Radios Howland Miro Aluminum Company

Nuts for the Holiday Mix of nuts and dates sale

Mixed nuts and pecans advertised for the holiday season. Salted peanuts sold by the pound and in box quantities. Also stuffed dates offered, with prices noted as about 39 cents per can. Amounts and product spellings reflect a small grocery listing style.

The Suitor Wave Hair Part Enhances Evening Coiffure

The Junior Wave and Suitor Wave offer a patented spring attachment that holds hair in place and conceals growing roots. It promises a soft waved look for evening wear, maintaining style even with close, cut hair, priced at $3 per unit.

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