Bribery Inquiry Hits National League Giants Reds
Chicago reports grand jury probe into alleged dishonesty and gambling connivance by National League players. August Herrmann, former National Commission chair, linked to a fund to bribe Giants players to lose to Cincinnati. Evidence cited by State's Attorney Hoynes and testimonies from nonplayers.
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Chicago
August Herrmann
Cincinnati Reds
National Commission
Btnd
New York Giants
Cincinnnati
Herrmann
Chennai
Maclay Hoynes
New York
Cleotte
Jackson
Wile ‘Hams
Welsch
Hleyne Sid
Grand Jury
Hoyne
Sox
Remex
Felach
Mielder
Felsch
Lewis
Zack Wheat
Mamnaux
James W. ‘Taylor
Tettler
Wilbert Robinson
The
Superbas
Charles H. Ebbets
Robinson
Cork Lord Mayor Engages Fifty Day Hunger Strike
London reports Terence Mac Gwiney, Lord Mayor of Cork, endured a very bad night at Hinxton prior to his fiftieth day of the hunger strike. A bulletin from the Irish Determination League says he slept briefly before midnight but not after and showed severe pain in his arms and back.
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London
Terence Mac Gwiney
Cork
Hinxton Privon
Irish Determination League
Busmen Debate Defense Fund Expenditures at Bridgeport Meeting
At Bridgeport Bus Association last night the audit committee reported Defense Fund expenditures as legitimate. Frank Unitas accused fund misuses and could be expelled if charges are upheld. A detailed list shows total spending of $15,507.81 since trolley service suspension on July 25.
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Bridgeport Bus Association
Frank Unitas
Unitas
New York
Bos
Hall Reres
Stratford Avenue Bridge Test Supports Heavy Load
The Stratford Avenue bridge underwent a high capacity load test with a 35 ton target pull. A generator for Bridgeport Brass Beering fed 32 loads to simulate the weight. Air traffic was halted for about 15 minutes during the test.
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Straford Avenue
Bridgeport Brass Beering
Pasare
Trolley to Seek Ten Cent Fare Across Connecticut
Hartford reports the Connecticut company asks the Public Utilities commission for a statewide ten cent fare. President Storrs and officials argue the flat rate is needed to solve financial difficulties. Hearings note potential revenue rise and 98 percent rider projection with a 19 cent fare showing about 17 million dollars in extra revenue.
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Hartford
Lucius S. Storrs
Connecticut Company
Public Utilities Commission
Capitol
Storrs
McCreery
Connecticut
C. B. Noyes
Judge Noyes
Damages Sought in Norwalk Auto Fatality Suit
Victor J. Henelisha as administrator of Arch ibald V. Henelisha sues Edward T. O'Connor for 20000 dollars after the death caused by a car owned by the defendant and driven by an employee Harry Croal as the victim was alighting from a streetcar in Norwalk. A found pay envelope with the name J. Cramer and note 46 is held by police. no license found for William Prall in city court.
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Victor J. Henelisha
Norwalk
Archibald V. Henelisha
Edward T. O'Connor
Harry Croal
Police
Louis Walter
J. Cramer
Challenge Cutlery Company
Women Must Enroll Before October 6
A notice urges women to enroll by 6 p m daylight saving time on October 5. It instructs presenting at the registrars' office from October 9 to 19 to be sworn in. Eligibility includes U S citizenship, one year in Connecticut, six months in local area, with extra US residency for foreign-born citizens by marriage.
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Registrars’ Office
United States
Connecticut
New York Faces Mass Moving Day Under Rent Law
New York observes the first moving day since rent protections began amid court eviction actions. Movers in short supply expect 50 000 to 100 000 households to move, with only about 3 000 families served today due to truck availability and unload safety. Police guard vans as families rush to relocate while officials urge caution against landlord scams and remind tenants of protections. Moving totals in Bridgeport show 47 families moving as legal charities report low eviction activity.
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New York
van Owners’ Association
Arthur J. Hilly
Willys-Overland Starts Up Again in Toledo
Toledo observers report Willys-Overland will resume operations next Monday after recalling 4,500 workers laid off recently. Clarence Earl, vice president, cited dealer reports of increased demand due to new price reductions on cars.
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Toledo
Ohio
Willys-Overland Company
Clarence Earl
Barl
British mine strike ends after talks
London October 1 Stephen Walsh Labour MP announced the coal strike is off at 3 PM. This marks the first definite statement that the threatened stoppage by miners has been averted.
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London
Stephen Walsh
Irish Inspector Brady Shot Dead in Ambush
Inspector Brady of the Royal Irish Constabulary was killed today when an automobile patrol was ambushed near Dibtin. The attack marks a deadly encounter highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.
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Dibtin
Inspector Brady of
Royal Irish Constabulary
Women Vote for First Time in Connecticut Town Elections
Newly enfranchised women across Connecticut will cast ballots in 148 of 168 towns on Monday marking the first use of the vote on non school matters. The outcome will be watched for party trends among women in Stratford a Republican contest pits James Lally against Abraham Wellington as campaigns continue.
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Conholesscut
Ansonia
Bethel
Bridgeport
Bristol
Cromwell
Danbury
Derby
Greenwich
Hartford
Huntington
Meriden
Middlefield
Milford
Naugatuck
New Britain
New Haven
Norwalk
Norwich
Orange
Stamford
Woluntown
Waterbury
West Hartford
Willington
Winchester
Stratford
James Lally
Republican Town Committee Party
First Selectman
Abraham Wellington
Republican Club
Lally Party
Wellington Menu
Saas Stilt Sn
Mayor to Invade Canada Showdown Prompts Brass Letter
Mayor Wilson from Bridgeport joins the Ancient and Honorable Artillery of Boston for a yearly foray described as seeking liquid excitement and culinary curiosities. Belief centers on a heavy Canadian Club defense as the invaders plan bold roving action with the mayor in the front lines, leaving Boston tonight and expected back next Thursday.
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Mayor Wilson
Bridgeport
Boston
United States
Canada
Spirit de Corps
Annoying Women Lead to $75 Fine in City Court
Walter Monskeski of 143 Kiefer Street was arraigned on breach of the peace after two young women reported he annoyed them near Gregory and Lafayette streets. He admitted following and whistling at them and paid a $75 fine after Judge Wilder challenged his claim of familiarity.
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Walter Monskeski
Kiefer Street
Monskeski
Gregory
Lafayette
TUNNEL SCHEME AGAIN AT BROAD STREET EXTENSION
Aldermen plan another push next Monday night to tunnel through Golden Hill for the Broad Street extension. The move is expected to trigger a major clash between Mayor Wilson supporters and taxpayers who oppose spending on this project while funds are needed for new schools. Alderman Ralph T. Beers says the ordinance committee likely will not report on jitney route changes at the meeting to ease travel to and from work.
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Golden Hill
Broad Street
Wilson
Ralph T. Beers
Lawsuit Seeks 2000 Dollar Damages From Bus Owner
Maude Francis Brown of Norway sues Katherine Covino of Westport in Superior Court seeking 2000 dollars for injuries alleged as a bus passenger. The collision occurred in Norwalk on April 28 involving bus driver Joseph Pasquale and a car owned by Mildred Dress Company of New York. The Dress Company is named in the suit.
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Maude Francis Brown
Norway
Katherine Covino
Westport
Joseph Pasquale
Norwalk
Pasquale
Mildred Dress Company
New York
Scout Court of Honor to Convene for Merit Badge Applications
Bridgeport Council of the Boy Scouts of America will hold a Court of Honor at scout headquarters in the Security building next Monday at 7 30 PM to accept merit badge applications. Norwalk, Conn Oct 1 Henry Wilkins a local creamer is arrested by the State Dairy and Food Commissioner on charges related to substandard ice cream.
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Court of Honor
Bridgeport Council
Boy Scouts of America
Scout
Norwalk
Conn
Henr Wilkins
State Dairy and Food Commissioner
Ieee
Identification Prize Offer Mentioned by Times Office
A notice invites written identification of a person described as the first to name the subject under specific rules, with payment to the successful claimant. The Times Office will handle the submission and prize details.
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Times Office
Correct identifications in yesterday's photo contest
The record shows corrections for yesterday's profile guesses. Elvira Bertine and Mrs. J W Fields identified Dr Gould at 9 20 and 10 10 this morning, while W Shea and Miss LeBows had earlier guesses for Mr Heller and others. prizes awarded for accurate identifications.
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Charles Gould
Main Street
Elvira Bertine
Hawley Avenue
W. Shea
Broad Street
Dr. Gould
Morniss
Clothing Hits the Toboggan
The federal reserve board received reports from reserve bank agents in woolen and cotton centers predicting a sharp decline in clothing prices in coming weeks. Officials said the $100 price tag on suits may soon be gone as hefty cuts take effect, with Boston and Philadelphia districts noting full benefit for customers.
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Washington
Federal Reserve Board
Reserve Bank
Boston
Philadelphia
Much Colder Weather Tonight Across Regions
Heavy killing frosts were reported by the weather bureau in the Middle West. Forecasters expect lower temperatures tonight from Michigan and Ohio eastward to the middle and northern Atlantic Coasts. The southern storm moved northeast to the St Lawrence valley with generally fair weather except light rains in Northern New England and Northern New York. Gales marked the storm's northward movement with strong winds in New York.
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Washington
Weather Bureau
Middle West
Michigan
Ohio
Atlantic
St. Lawrence
New England
New York
Bridgeport Gas Light Reorganizes Top Management
The Bridgeport Gas Light company announces a complete reorganization effective November 1 with Frank M. Travis named president and George S. Hawley promoted to vice president. De Vere H. Warner shifts to chairman of the board while Ralph J. Munson becomes treasurer and Robert A. Lewis secretary. Hawley will resign as Manufacturers association secretary and general manager to take the vice presidency.
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Bridgeport Gas Light Company
George S. Hawley
Manufacturers Association
DeVere H. Warner
Mr. Hawley
Manufacturers’ Association
Warner
Frank M. Travis
Torrington
Gas Light Company
George FE. Roberts
Ralph J. Munson
Robert A. Lewis
Hawley
Superior Court
DeVer H. Warner
Three Barges Run Aground After Severe Sound Storm
Three coal barges owned by William J. Ditmars of New York ran ashore at South End New Haven after breaking away from the Doane during a nor’easter. The Doane, en route from New London, failed to reach the vessels as wreckers were summoned to freeing efforts.
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New Haven
Conn
William ‘J T. Ditmars
New York
South End
Boston
Nathaniel P. Doane
New London
Tax lists filing extended to 5 pm with 10 percent penalty
Tax Commissioner Arthur Connor granted a final grace period for filing tax lists. Lists may be filed until 5 o clock this afternoon before a 10 percent penalty is added to the tax valuation. The city saw 1,500 more lists filed this year due to a surge in sales.
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Arthur Connor
Court Wants Facts In Lloyd Assault Case
David R. Lloyd of 50 Boston Terrace, a taxi driver, faced charges after a dramatic chase up Williams Street. He and two men on the running board were pursued by Louis Ginsberg and a truck driver. Lloyd was not arrested on assault or evading responsibility. The case, heard by Deputy Judge Frank L. Wilde, prompted the prosecutor to review circumstances of the alleged assaults.
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David R. Lloyd
Boston Terrace
Williams
Reet
Veckles
Louis Ginsberg
Hyman
Maple
Frank L. Wilde
Lloyd
Alexander Delaney
Nue
Orlea
Ginsberg
Suchall
Pembroke Street
Boston Avenue
Grace
Weather Forecast for New Haven and Connecticut
Partly cloudy and colder tonight with Saturday fair in New Haven and vicinity. Connecticut sees fair weather tonight and Saturday with much colder conditions, diminishing winds. A northern New England storm central today brings heavy rain and high winds along the lake region and Atlantic coast.
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New Haven
Conn
Connecticut
New England
Lake
Atlantic
Lake Region
Canada
Montana
Michigan
Louisiana
Georgia
Atlantic Coast
Mississippi River
Connecticut Storm Rips Long Island Sound Coasts
Ten days overdue, a fierce Connecticut and Long Island Sound storm lashed the coast with 42 to 70 mph winds. Waves and wreckage devastated beaches, toppled wires and trees, and shut down power and telephones across Norwalk Fairfield Milford and surrounding towns. The tug Robert McAllister battled the gale while a two ton power boat Henrietta washed ashore at Myrtle Beach. No deaths reported as of dawn.
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Connecticut
Long Island Sound
Sound
Bostag
New York
Boreas
Norwalk
Fairfield Beach
Milford
Stratfield
Westport
Williams
Bridgeport
Madison Beach
Robert McAllister
David Conrad
Stratford
Norman Bennett
New England Telephone Company
Hartford
New Britain
Bristol
Conn
Henrietta
N. F. Myers
Sterling
Myrtle Beach
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