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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1920

Page

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Judge Halts Lawyers Dispute In Cozza Case Trial

A tense proceedings in the Common Pleas court as Judge Walsh presides over the Lt Fred A Bozeman assault trial. A heated clash between Judge Mahoney and Prosecutor Huxford over Cozza’s record dominates the session with lengthy legal wrangling and questions about prior arrests. The jury awaits further testimony as the dispute continues.

Bozeman New York Huxford Cozza Fred A. Bozeman Burns Detective Agency Frank Coxza John J. Walsh Common Pleas Court Judge Mahoney New York City Fred W. Huxford Walsh Alexander L. DeLaney Mahoney Connecticut Credabil

Moore Boy Missing After Railroad Station Ticket Request

Kenneth Moore 15, Stratford, missing after a boy described as him asked a Mennilia youth to buy a half fare New York ticket at a railroad station office. Police verify sighting at Connecticut Company viaduct waiting area. nationwide photo broadcasts planned as family pleads for clues.

Kenneth Moore George Moore Stratford Bureau of Investigation Police Department Robert Mennila Moore Benham Avenue Mennilia Sean Smeetes Middle Street Young Moore New York Mennila Connecticut Company Fairroad United States

Civil War Terminated in Russia

Moscow reports an end to the Russian civil war as Soviet army victory over General Wrangel in Crimea signals decisive success. General Brusiloff, veteran cavalry commander and adviser to the People’s Commissariat for War, analyzes Wrangel’s limited role and Polish ties. He notes Wrangel could not triumph alone and France abandoned him after the Poland conflict.

Moscow Bterlin Russia Wrangel Crimean Brusiloff Brusilof Kerensky Poland France

Washington invites British officials to testify on Ireland

The American committee investigating conditions in Ireland announced it invited Sir Hamar Greenwood Home Secretary for Ireland Sir Edward Carson and Sir John French to Washington to hear their views and assess the Ulster minority and military administration perspectives.

Washingwn Ireland Hamar Greenwood Edward Carson John French Washington Bke Edward

Harding Lands At Christobal Harbor

President elect Harding and Mrs. Harding arrived at Christobal harbor aboard the Parismina at eight this morning. The city decked in gala attire hosted a touring reception as the couple docked an hour later. Tomorrow they plan a Panama Canal boat ride and a courtesy call on President Porras.

Aboara Patwanns Harding Parismina Christobal Harbor United States Panama Canal Porras

Fines Imposed on Liquor Men Reach $900

Bridgeport police liquor squad reports six to eight violators detained with intent to sell over two days. City Court fines total $900 with bonds forfeitures and multiple defendants. Two-day tally shows about 38 arrests and cumulative penalties near $3,000 as authorities step up enforcement. Defendants include Moonlight restaurant proprietor George Diambrosia and saloon owner Charles Ison with cases continued. others fined or bonds forfeited.

Bridgeport Flanagan Frank L. Wilder George Diambrosia Moonlight Restaurant Elm Street Charles Ison Cannors Street Frank Eropsco Railrosa Avenue Joseph Hunyadi William Street Atherine Norgiansar Fast Main Street G. Russo Noble Avenue Michael Kintor Pembroke Street Steve Kovars Seaview Avenue

City officials wary of Chamber of Commerce probe

City officials say they fear an unnecessary expenditure from the Chamber of Commerce investigation into the city administration. City Clerk Robinson pledges cooperation and openness of city books, while criticizing the Chamber for broadcasting detrimental ads and straying from the motto Be For Bridgeport.

Chamber of Commerce Robinson Bridgeport

Ask America To Confirm Disarmament Program

Geneva report says the United States will be asked to confirm the League of Nations disarmament program when completed, regardless of U S membership. Delegates see American confirmation as essential to a feasible world disarmament plan, with Britain and Japan favored in draft. The final wording may take a year, as the problem remains complex and U S public opinion could curb a larger navy.

International News Service Geneva United Stat America League Committee On Disarmament United States Assembly and Council Great Britain Japan Germany

Essential Germany Should Join League

Geneva November 23 Lord Robert Cecil urged that Germany must be brought within the League of Nations at the earliest moment. He warned the League cannot be perfect while any civilized nation remains outside and noted his role in shaping the League with President Wilson. Cecil, attending as South Africa's representative, is a key founder of the League of Nations union in Britain.

Geneva League Nations Germany League Robert Cecil League of Nations Assembly Africa Wilson League of Nations’ Union Great Britain Lora Robert Dee

Turn Lefkoff's Offer Down

Hugh J. Lavery acting as Special Commissioner of the U S Bankruptcy Court adjourned the involuntary bankruptcy hearing for Max Lefkoff a dealer in mens furnishings at 1370 Main Street The creditors led by Solomon Badesch of Boston and New York firms argued Lefkoff acted to defraud creditors by turning the store over to Adolph Bezon and mortgaging it for 4000 Lefkoff through De Forest Klein filed a voluntary petition offering 10 percent cash and 15 percent deferred payment which the creditors refused and the involuntary proceeding remains stalled pending the voluntary action developments

Hugh J. Lavery U. S. Bankruptcy Court Max Lefkoff Main Street Solomon Badesch Superior Knitting Mills Boston The Sweet, Orr Co New York Stanley W. Blum Co Lefkoff Adolph BeZon BeZon Lefkof de Forest & Klein

Who is he a distinctive Bridgeport family owner

A terse puzzle item asks to identify a person described as belonging to an old Bridgeport family and owning a business not on Main street. The Times Of Mics invites written identification by mail, promising a small monetary prize to the first correct entry.

Bridgeport Main Street

Miss Lebowe's Answer Right Miss Dina Lebowe Corrects Quiz

A Bridgeport quiz item notes that only one of many provided answers is correct. Miss Dina Lebowe offers the right solution while RL Munson, treasurer of Bridgeport Gas Light Company, was previously credited for the pro life or lighting problem remark, showing his limited knowledge.

Dina Lebowe RL Munson Bridgeport Gas Light Company Bridgeport

Motive questioned in Hubold Meunier shooting case

Police investigate motive after Hubold Meunier was shot by Victoria Frieberg who confessed to firing the .32 caliber Iver Johnson pistol. Meunier died at St Vincent's Hospital after antagonistic statements from Frieberg that jealousy sparked the incident. Frieberg faces first degree murder charges, held without bail as her son, a material witness, supports the accidental discharge story. Coroners and detectives inspected the crime scene as Meunier's body awaits burial in Hartford.

Hubold Meunier Victoria Frieberg Meunier St. Vincent's Hospital Potters Broad Reet

Mayor APT to Control Caucus in City Hall Tonight

The mayor is expected to control the Republican caucus of aldermen at City Hall tonight with Ralph T. Beers likely to be named president for the coming year. Town Chairman Leonard may back Alderman Hamilton, while Charles Ross, a waiter and singer, is the probable page candidate. The mayor’s allies met at noon and showed confidence in securing the caucus majority.

Ralph T. Beers Leonard Hamilton Charles Ross Page

No more bouts in state armories in New Jersey

Governor Smith announced a definite decision to end boxing bouts in state armories after a conference with Adjutant General Berry. National Guard officers had opposed holding bouts in armories since the Walker law's inauguration.

Albany Njov Smith Ral Berry National Guard

Dublin Ireland Sealed Under Wide Military Dragnet

Dublin braces for security sweep as police and troops tighten roads to the city after gunfire that wounded 14 officers and officials. Sinn Fein clashes flare in Millstreet and Killenaule. three constables die near Dromelang. UK officials seek leaders of the Lloyd George assassination plot.

Ireland County Cork Scotland Yard Daniel O'Connell Dublin Blais Millstreet County Cork Sinn Fein Sinn London Scotlandd Yard Secret Service Iife Llood George Dublin Castle Lloyd-George

Highest Tide Havoc Strikes City Waterfront

A northeast gale and perigee tide caused one of the highest tides in memory. Docks and low ground along the Connecticut shore flooded, cottages along Milford and Myrtle Beach meadows flooded, and the Yellow Mill Bridge draw crippled by flood. Tugs Weatherbound. no shipping in the Sound. Boston and surrounding coast towns suffered sea inundation and port disruption. A rat infestation in East Norwalk drew forces of constables and hunters to purge the rodents, with gunfire and many rats killed but hundreds escaping to cellars.

Connecticut Milford Myrtle Beach Yellow Mill Pridge Charles McWilliams New York R. M. Waterman New London Connecticut Co Stratford Avenue Bridge Boston Foston Harbor East Norwalk

Investigating Pierce Death In Philadelphia Factory Chief

Philadelphia authorities continued their inquiry into the death of Henry T. Peirce eastern manager of Insley Manufacturing Co. His body was found with the head crushed by an iron wrench in the rear of his office. Police traced his movements to 10:30 PM Saturday night but no clear solution emerged. They believe the killing occurred late Saturday night or early Sunday as indicated by the body’s condition.

Philadelphia Henry T. Peirce Insley Manufacturing Co

Trunk Line Railroads oppose New England plan

Trunk line railroads of the Central Atlantic division oppose the Interstate Commerce Commission plan to alter joint rates. Samuel Rea of the Pennsylvania Railroad says he is not authorized to fix rates. Frank H. Alfred notes New England roads face tough finances but are not uniquely worse. L. F. Loree points to high passenger share in New England and urges careful commission consideration.

Ir. Moore Mrs. Moore Shinston Central Atlantic Interstate Commerceian Samuel Rea Thennnsylvania Railroad New England Rea Interstate Commerce Commission Pennsylvania Frank H. Alfred Pere Marquette L. F. Loree Delaware and Hudson Loree

Brother Also Spurns Cash

Cambridge, Mass. Nov 22 Harvard sophomore Hamilton Garland, son of James A. Garland, follows his brother by refusing his million dollar share of the estate when he comes of age. He says he will not accept the legacy, citing equality and a desire for simple happiness for himself and others.

Cambridge Mass Charles Garland Hamilton Garland Harvard James A. Garland

League Consider Armenia Mandate for U S Aid

Geneva reports say the League of Nations assembly may propose the United States accept a mandate for Armenia with the league covering all expenses. The move aims to reduce friction among European states by placing the mandate abroad.

London League of Nations Assembly Geneva League United States Armenia

Plebiscite on Return of Ex-King Set for December Fifth

Athens November 28 Venizelists announce they will not participate in the plebiscite on the return of ex King Constantine scheduled for December fifth. Special Cable to the I N S and the London Daily Express.

I. N.S London Daily Express Athens Constanttine

Weather Update for New Haven and Connecticut

Fall tonight and Wednesday with colder temperatures. Winds shift to northwest, diminishing tonight, then fresher northwest winds by Wednesday. High wind warnings shown along the coast. Risin this after noon and Wednesday. Coastal area to see stronger winds and cooler conditions.

New Haven Conn Connecticut

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Mnalty DeLaney Frank Cozza Moore Boy Greenwood Christobal American Commission Jane Addams Chicago Frederick C. Howe W Reveteran D. G Hollingsworth Wood U&u Pierce Almana
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