Wolfson Holds School Teacher Is Not Free Man
Dr. Arthur M. Wolfson, principal of Manhattan High School of Commerce, met with school superintendents to explain his resignation and belief that Board policies hindered his discussions of educational and social subjects. He cited wartime experience and accused authorities of curbing independent thought and pressuring teachers.
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Arthur M. Wolfson
Manhattan High School of Commerce
Board of Education
New York Public Schools
William L. Ettinger
John AL. Tildsley
Edward B. Shallow
Wolfson
Dr. Ettinger
Wolfin
Dr. Wolfson
United States
America
Brest-Litovsk
Russia
Germany
Debs
Judge John Weekes Weds Daughter's Friend in Quick Ceremony
John A. Weekes, 63, lawyer and president of the New York Historical Society, married Elsa Schrieter, 19, once a playmate of his daughters. The couple left for White Sulphur Springs for a honeymoon. Weekes, of 4 West Forty-seventh Street, was previously married to Mrs. GG Bowers. The bride’s father was a patent lawyer, now deceased, and her mother lives at 54 Hamilton Terrace. The pair reportedly met when the bride was a school friend of Weekes’s daughters.
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John A. Weekes
New York Historical Society
Elsa Schrieter
Miss Schridter
Mr. Weeken
St.3
Iaughtera Agnew
Jewels returned after taxi driver finds theft loot
Joseph Cahill a Brooklyn taxi driver found a long leather case containing jewels worth about 75 000 pounds on a cab seat at 197 Congeens Street He returned the case and the Marquis Duquesne jewels were reclaimed Mrs Cahill read the description and recognized the item She was given a 100 reward for the return of the jewelry on Wednesday refinancing the story is a tale of honesty and reward.
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Joseph Cahill
Congeens Street
Brooklyn
Cahill
Duquesne
Eninge
Eager Scholar Brines Behind Bars Over Knowledge Quest
Benjamin S. Brines, twenty, was arrested for attempting to gain knowledge by stealing books from the New York Public Library and was jailed at Jefferson Market prison pending a probation officer review. He said he steals knowledge because it is vital to help his dying mother, who he described as the family’s remaining pillar, and to support them amid financial hardship.
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Benjamin S. Brines
Mast Pourth Street
Jefferson Market Prison
Benjamin Brines
Fifth Avenue
Forty-second Street
Brines
Fleishman
Whan Brouht
Joy Reigns in Home Of Youth Freed of Tough Kid Label
Willie McCue once dubbed the toughest kid in Hell's Kitchen sailed to Kingston by tugboat after noon as his mother Mrs. Annie Harbinger rejoiced over a Supreme Court ruling that cleared him of libel from a Russell Sage Foundation book. The family, living at 706 Eleventh Avenue, recalls the photo that branded him and the boy’s own claim of $2,500 in damages.
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Tough Kid
Willie McCue
Hell's Kitchen
Kingston
Gore
Hudson River
Supreme Court
Russell Sage Foundation
Willie
Annie Harbinger
Eleventh Avenue
Mike
Jim Weeks
Central Federated Union Backs Fight For Closed Port
The Central Federated Union resolved to support Striking longshoremen and teamsters in opposing an open shop, raise funds, and launch a city campaign backing transportation trades. Leaders John F. Riley and William P. Kehoe spoke as unions prepared to resist the Citizens Transportation Committee’s harbor open shop push.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Federated Union
Lapor Temple
Organized Labor
Citizens Transportation Committee
Merchants Association
Transportation Trades
John F. Riley
International Longshoremen's Association
William P. Kehoe
Transportation Trades Council
Harbor of
New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
West Fifty-eighth Street
William F. Kehoe
Teamsters
Kehoe
Eleventh Avenue
American Federation of Labor
Montreal
Bandits Hold Up St Paul Bank in Bold Cash and Bond Theft
Five unmasked gunmen robbed the Great Northern State Bank in St Paul and escaped in a car with five thousand dollars in cash and five thousand dollars in bonds. Cashier Victor Redman was fatally wounded, authorities said, as investigators pursued suspects and secured the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ahieves Excape
St, Paul
Great Northern State Bank
Victor Redman
Duel Ends in Police Shooting on Seventh Avenue
A man described as a negro from 2400 Seventh Avenue was shot and killed early yesterday by Policeman Walter Allen, also described as a negro, in front of a restaurant at 187th Street and Seventh Avenue. Allen fired as he tried to pacify the assailant who reportedly ran amuck and fired at him. Reserves from West 1th Street station aided in rescuing Allen from a mob.
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Thomas Humphrey
Seventh Avenue
Walter Allen
187Th Street
Humphrey
Allen
West
Nine Stowaways Drown After Ouster From Ship
Thirteen West Indian stowaways confined aboard the Coamo of the Porto Rico Line attempted to stay in New York and overwhelmed two watchmen with oysters on a New Jersey pier. Nine fled toward the ship’s stern, plunging into the river. police and harbor units combed the water as rescuers searched for survivors.
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Slammer Coamo
Porto Rico
New York
Wiliam Farnon
Stephen Wildgen
Summit Street
Jenene
Hamilton Avenue
East Miron
Uh Hamilton Avenue
Pennien
Forte Rivo
Bandit Receives Seven Years For $5000 Hold-Up
James Kerr, 29, of Brooklyn, part of a trio that robbed a dies game at 758 Fifth Street last April 25 and stole 5000, was sentenced to seven years in Sing Sing for second degree robbery by Judge Malone. He has prior prison terms. Confederates fled. Charles Weinicke, 38, of 149 East Fifty Fifth Street, received ten years in Sing Sing for third degree burglary after breaking into a clothing store at 1620 Third Avenue on May 18 and stealing cloth valued at 6.
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James Kerr
Tilbary Street
Brooklyn
Fifth Street
Sing Sing
Malone
Charles Cinicke
East Fighty-fifth Street
Weinicke
Third Avenue
Weather Report Summary From 1920 Era Ledger
Broad weather bulletin cites temperatures from the past twenty four hours and compares to last year. Notes standard times not New York City time and references Washington weather summaries. Indicates high and low readings across regions with forecasts for western plains and Atlantic states.
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Barries
New York City
Winda
Hoguy
Lownst
Weather Report Says Fair Skies Today
A June 26 forecast notes likely fair conditions across the region. No storms expected, with temperatures mild and winds light. Public mood appears optimistic as residents plan outdoor activities.
Cotton Frocks for Miss 14 to 20 in Summer Styles
Imported hand made and linen frocks in several models with features such as accordion pleats, stitched hems, and dot patterns. Colors include navy, blue, tan, pink, lavender, and white with contrasting dots. Styles cover gingham collars, patch pockets, long skirts, and square necklines. Industry note urges longer hours to boost production and steady employment.
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Copenhagen
Big School and Topcoat Suit Sale for Boys
157 Suits were 40 185 Suits were 42 50 126 Suits were 25 110 Suits were 30 24 20 per cent off pay 24 20 111 Suits were 32 50 16 These are not ordinary suits made for boys fabrics best for boys suits Hand finished single and double breasted coats quarter half full lined Variety in colorings big opportunity to outfit your boy with one or two good school suits All sizes 7 to 18 years 195 Boys light Topcoats were 16 75 to 60 12 50 to 40 less 20 per cent pay 10 to 32 Straw hats reduced to 2 33 and 5 less 20 per cent Third floor Old Building
Girls Coat Selection and White Frocks on Sale
A page advertises a collection of girls coats from box to raglan styles in serge velours and wool blends with sizes 6 to 16 years. It also features hand embroidered voiles frocks and taffeta or crepe de chine dresses with 20 percent discounts, shown on the second floor Old Building.
Frocks Cut By Discount Sale Price Drop
Frocks of taffeta or Georgette crepe have been specialized to sell at $36.50 less 20 percent. You pay $29.20. The sale emphasizes stylish fabrics and savings for shoppers seeking formal wear.
Silk Stockings Sale in Old Building Main Floor
Two groups of fine silk stockings on sale. One pair reduced from 2.50 to 2.00 by removing tax, with options in black white and several colors, sizes 8½ to 10. The other at 3.75 after tax becomes 3.10 with a 20 percent discount, full-fashioned silk with double toe and heel, black, sizes 8½ to 10. Main floor Old Building.
Well-tailored Shantung Suits for women at $27 during sale
In the Women's Suit Salons two models of Shantung suits are offered. One is a Tuxedo type with a long straight collar from neck to hem, and the other features a straight collar ending in pockets with tucks and a pointed insert. The sale price is $27 after a 20 percent deduction from $33.75.
Diving caps and accessories in assorted colors and prices
Rubber diving caps in multiple styles with prices from 20c to 65c plus options in red and vivid colors at 50c. Fancy caps range from 25c to 9.75 for elaborate designs. Rubberized and box form bathing suit bags priced up to 2.50. Footwear includes sateen and satin pumps from 1.65 to 5. Satin oxford and high shoe options listed. Toilet Goods Section Main floor Old Bldg.
Hand-made Paris Blouses At Low Prices
A selection of fine hand-made Paris blouses priced originally from $20 to $27.50, now offered at $15 after a 20 percent deduction. Only a few of each model remain, four or five per style, crafted from batiste or voile and trimmed with fine lace, embroidery, and hemstitching. One white voile overblouse features a high waist with inserted tape and pink voile bands at neck, waist, sleeves, and hem.
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Paris
Wallace
Slightly Scratched Bicycles for Sale at Bargain Prices
Slightly Scratched Bicycles were priced at 38.50 and 12.50, today 31.50 after a twenty percent deduction. The stock includes 1 boy and 2 girls bikes, 14 inch frames, plus 16 and 18 inch frames, all in perfect running order with roller chains, good saddles, coaster brakes and sturdy tires. Each bike comes with a one year guaranty and is displayed at Burlington Arcade floor, New Building.
Fine Organdies 68e Yardage and Discounts
Imported 3,000 yards, fine organdies finished here in pastel shades including pink rose flesh apricot cadet Nile green orchid gray and blue. 68 yard deduction 20 percent pay 55 cents per yard.
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Gra
Sale on Wanamaker Men’s High-Grade Suits
Burlington store announces a four tier sale on Wanamaker high-grade suits with 20 percent off list prices. Prices drop to 36 41.60 46.40 and 55.20 after discount, with alterations by experienced tailors and ample style options for all buyers.
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Burlington Scheade
Wanamaker
New Panama Hats in Finest South American Styles
Genuine Panama hats offered in premium shapes and styles. Prices cited as six dollars and seventy five cents, with twenty pieces available. Shop highlights include authentic materials and classic look praised for its quality and value.
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Panama
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Hotel Manhattan
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Fisher
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Bowman
Pershing Square
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Fortysecond Street
Madison Avenue
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Manhattans
Old Colony Club
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Commodore
Lexington Avenue
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Weather Report
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Msn Ieee
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Rocky Mountain
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Clearaway
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