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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1918

Page

3

Mother-in-Law Slander Suit After Riverside Fire

In Riverside on January a fire destroyed the Barker residence and killed William J. Barker Jr. His widow Mrs Helen L Barker sues her mother in law Mrs Mary E Fareira for slander seeking 100000 dollars. The suit cites Fareira’s remarks to Mrs Leite K Adams and John Dedinsky alleging the plaintiff caused her husband’s death by misconduct and critiquing her actions during the rescue. Fareira, a wealthy Allenhurst resident, has not commented.

Riverside Helen L. Barker Wiliam J. Barker, Jr Iis Mra Mary E. Fareira Suprema Court Westchester County C. A. Adams John Dedinsky West 47Th Street New York City Billy Jon

Influenza Crisis Passes in Massachusetts With Decline

Boston reports from the State Department of Health show the influenza peak in Massachusetts has passed. Health officers in most areas note fewer new cases and deaths, though officials caution vigilance. Endicott says sun shines but urges continued precautions. Boston improvement noted.

Boston State Department of Health Massachusetts Henry B. Endicott State Emergency Health Committee

Defense begins to present testimony in Baby Doll trial

The Thomas and Jake Hawkins case resumes in Criminal Superior Court as the defense starts calling witnesses. Patrolman McCarthy testifies about statements by Parnell and describes the Keystone club scene, while Private Bain details the club interior and the riot’s chaotic moments. The cross examination touches on Sheri Burns and gunfire sequences, with McNamara recalling Hawkins at the doorway. Further testimony identifies police blotter entries and gun locations near the Keystone club.

Thomas Jake Hawkins Criminal Superior Court EF. J. McCarthy William H. Lewis Parnell Hawkins de Vore McCarthy Water Street Keystone Club Carl Foster Lewis Fred Bain Army Camp Devens Bain Redgate Howls Burne McNamara Sergeant Burns Burns Sergt. Burns Anun Sergi Hawking Fannell Mawkins James Walker Police Department Thomas Kehoe Keystone

Skipper and Crew Of Lost Trawler Take Honor Flag

Boston, Oct. 10 Captain J. S. O'Reilly and all 26 crewmen of the steam trawler Kingfisher, sunk by a German submarine off the Atlantic coast last month, subscribed to the Fourth Liberty Loan. O'Reilly hoisted an industrial honor pennant to the Wishhawk, confirming his crew’s 100 percent subscription.

Boston J. 5S. O'Reilly Atlantic O'Reilly

Fire Damages Lunchroom at 318 Warren Street

An afternoon fire at 318 Warren Street, home to James Metro's pool and lunch room, caused about 100 in damages as flames ate through wainscoting. The blaze started outside the building with unknown origin. investigation to be held this morning after an alarm from Box 157.

Warren Street James Metro

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