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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1921

Page

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Hoover says industry on upgrade but long way to go

Secretary of Commerce Hoover told the American Manufacturers Export association that industry is in early spring recovery with easier credits and falling bond prices. He warned against expecting a boom, noting continued readjustment in prices and international finance while urging export growth to restore employment and balance budgets amid costly adjustments.

New York Hoover American Manufacturers Export Association Federal Reserve

Police Board to Answer Pullman Charges Today

At a police meeting yesterday a statement on James H. Farnam and Judge John S. Pullman charges against policemen in the department was completed. The statement to be made public today will exonerate four of the six named officers. Formal charges of misrepresentation in their appointment and perjury against former Patrolman Farnam were under consideration as he informed against the others and made multiple statements under oath during a police board meeting.

James H. Farnam John S. Pullman Joseph A. Morris Tili- Reed Farnam Wio Police Board

Brilliant pitching by Waite Hoyt stars in game two

New York Americans shut out the Giants 3 to 0 in game two of the World Series. Waite Hoyt dominated with stellar pitching, allowing only two singles as Art Nehf matched zeros. Hoyt kept the Giants to four men or fewer at the plate each inning and the Yankees moved toward a 2-0 series lead in a packed Polo Grounds.

Waite Hoyt New York Associated Press New York Americans Giants New York Nationals Hoyt Tennys Polo Grounds Toose Artie Nehf Yankees Carl Hayt Frisch Young Kelly Kehr

Mauliffe Re Arrested On Federal Bribery Charge

Hartford Conn October 6 Thomas F McAuliffe once a federal prohibition chief in Connecticut was arrested by federal authorities on a charge of accepting money to influence a public prosecution while an agent of the government Bonds were fixed at 15000 Friends posted 25000 cash bonds to secure his release after a conference in the federal building Present at the conference were Harry E Mackenzie Edward J Sumth George W H Cohen Tug McCorm Manny Cainen and others The report continues on page two

Hartford Conn Thomas F. McAuliffe Connecticut Fderal Walt McAuliffe Hartford County McAuliffe Federal State Fedral iMevulifle Wight Friends Harry E. Mackenzie Prohibition UnitedBlutes Edward J Sumth George Wh.gohen Tug M.alcorm Hartfordown Manny Cainen Cartages McAulifte

SONS SHUN SCHUTTE IN COURT ROOM

WIDDLETOWN Oct 1 evidence began in the trial of Schutte a 61 year store keeper charged with the murder of three Ball family members in Desormier 1915 The jury was completed and state attorney Ernest Armelia opened the case Photographs of the Ball residence before and after the 1917 fire were introduced including one showing Joseph Ball near the destroyed house Witnesses described the house and its surroundings as defense counsel cross examined about a stove motif Schutte's relatives remained in court as ad journment set for next Tuesday

Widdletown Mil Schutte Shailervilley Ball Desormier Ernest Armelia Sehatte Lou Q Ostar B. Welker Andrew Seckia Moodus Bali Quirk Welker Picures Joseph Ball Soohia Gustaf Caxisau Seckle Tuesda Schurte

Baby carriage stolen from 421 Prantecan Ave

A baby go cart was stolen yesterday from in front of 421 Prantecan Ave nue. The owner Chauncey L Morehead offers a reward for information leading to its recovery. The police are seeking leads.

Prantecan Avesnue Nolice Aila Chauncey LL. Morehead

Manning Sets New Trotting Record at Lexington

Eter Manning drives Irving Gleason’s five year gelding in a fast afternoon at Lexington converting the track into a record run. The gelding broke the time in 2 57 3-4 with Thomas W. Morris guiding, hitting splits near 3:1-2 and 1:2 3-4 to pass the wire ahead of the old mark by a quarter.

Lexington Peter Manning Irving Gleason Hin Thomas W. ‘Murris

Stores Robbed At Noon Hour In Busy Main Street

Robberies occurred at the Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co. and Logan Brothers stores along Main Street during the lunch hour yesterday. The A P Tea Co. at 769 Main Street lost about 60 dollars and Logan Brothers at 2398 Main Street lost 75 dollars. Entrances were breached by broken panels, access gained via cellar, with clerks displaced but no blockages disturbed.

Main Street Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company Losan Brothers Mach Logan Broth

Notable Child of Bournemouth Soldier in War Service

London obituarist notes Ce i daughter of Bournemouth and son of Judge John H W Perry of Southport served in the American army during the war. This brief sketch on a family of prominence records military service and parental ties.

London Oct Lemen Dde Bournemouth John HW. Perry Southport Mwrr

Mayor May Seek Independent Run After Convention Setback

Mayor Clifford B. Wilson may pursue an independent bid after failing to secure the party nomination at the city convention. He must collect signatures from 1 percent of last city election voters, about 3,500 names, to qualify. Town Clerk Winton says about 25,000 voters cast ballots two years ago, so the petition will be filed with the town clerk and then the state secretary at least 10 days before the election.

Secretary of State Clifford B. Wilson Rence Hi Winton Wilson Itiohare Bridgeport Secretary of the State Lexi Winton

Mackenzie Declines Republican Mayoral Nomination

Angus H. MacKenzie of the Public Market declined the anti Wilson factions offer to run for mayor at the convention last night. He told Telegram a committee urged him to accept yesterday morning but he refused without stating reasons. The anti Wilson opposition had eyed him as a possible candidate. Continued on page two.

Angus H. MacKenzie MacKenzie

Palmer says he is relieved president will not depose him

Palmer expresses relief after a reported decision not to depose him. He says he will respond promptly to a request for resignation and disputes newspaper charges of alleged accusations. The letters reference telegrams from the Attorney General and reflect tension over official actions.

Palmer

Schwimmer's Condition Turns Worse After Shooting

John Schwimmer, a private detective, was shot by would-be gunmen and remains in serious condition at Bridgeport Hospital. Coroner results withheld as Yonkers authorities hold five whiskey cans tied to the case. Four men and one woman, including John Sawkel and his wife, are jailed in Yonkers pending extradition to Bridgeport.

John Schwimmer Bridgeport Yesterda Bes Schwimmer John J. Phelan Schwimmer Yonkers Bridgepor John Sawkel Fleager iTney Walter Dalinzon Yankee

Utilities Board Restores B and W Jitney Service

The Public Utilities Commission orders Bridgeport and Waterbury Jitney Service restored between Bridgeport and Waterbury with a revised schedule extending to 11 in both cities. The certificate is issued to Bridgeport & Waterbury Passenger Service Inc, formerly Bridgeport and Waterbury Taxi Service. Office moves noted, and a Yale University scholarship article follows.

Bridgeport Waterbury Public Utilities “Commission Bridgeport & Waterbury Passenger Service Inc Bridgeport and Waterbury Taxi Service New Tiayen New Britain Idgeport Fron Waveretrest Goldan 17Ih Street Weaterbury Grane Street

Mayor Declares Candidacy Plans For Republican Convention

Mayor Wilson tells the Telegram he will seek the Republican nomination for mayor at tomorrow night’s convention and may run independently if blocked. A GOP subcommittee pressed him to withdraw, arguing he cannot be elected if nominated, but he refused to detail his reply and indicated he remains undeterred.

Convention Enigma Hints At City Ticket Shape

Readers see coded hints as details of a city ticket emerge from the G D P revention scene. Amid gibberish and gestures political circles speculate while observers in Middletown prepare for press coverage and possible hat symbolism.

Judge Bartlett Looms as Logical G O P Nominee

White Judge Bartlett emerges as the probable G O P standard bearer after late night talks and mayoral ultimatum. Warring factions within the party push for unity while administration forces and the Voters' League plan another conference to decide on Bartlett’s candidacy and a party slate. City officials, including City Clerk Robinson, prepare to open the convention with a permanent chairman as Beers acts as proxy for absent leaders.

Bartlett Would Thi Thaw Jrathy Bartlet Harmuise Voters’ League and Organization Jude Robinson Ralph 3. Beers Siistrict Malesia Man mi Do - We Mojeo Beth MacKaysen

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YANKS Secretary of Commerce Export Association Ruth New Rose Meusel Mays Mauliffe Shun Schutte Eter Manning Atlantic & Pacific Logan Brothers Solthport Harmony Fox Spscis Ate Minchienzie Hece New Wavien William R. Palmer United States Daugherty Reed Rday Marsal Washinton Joy Lauder Lolen Poliv Brigg Atelen YALE Bridgeport High Kenneth St. Wnaps Jeanne Iknaig Poplar Street Yale University Knanp Landi G. O. P. Town Committee John A. Northey Ralph T. Beers Frank ©. Squires Eub Steen Murrey Middletown
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