Prohibition Probe Trails Elwell Murder to Bootlegging Link
Federal agents push into the Elwell killing case tracing a $12,700 bootlegging scheme and a possible payoff. Suspects include liquor dealers and Elwell’s secretary, with the DA’s office coordinating with Prohibition agents as gunmen and motives are probed amid a flood of anonymous letters claiming seventeen theories.
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Joseph Bowne Elwell
Prohibition
James E. Shevlin
Elwell
West Seventieth Street
Daniel J. Mangin
William ©. Lord
Alfred J. Talsy
Shevlin
William Barnes
Elwell, Was Also Summoned To the District Attorney’s Office
Barnes
Talley
Federal Enforcement
District Attorney’s Office
District Attorney's Staf
Swann
Weather Report From The Local Forecast Summary
The local forecast notes a ten day outlook with generally fair conditions. Temperature and humidity details include readings from the 1939 dated records and a report of warm to mild temperatures with light to moderate winds from the southwest to west. Thunderstorm chances appear limited to some areas, with Atlantic region moisture influencing western Pennsylvania and New York zones.
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Atreyu Fertony
Sion
Watatny
Tay
Buatedn
Jeaneytvania
Vai Fe
Ana Dalawrase
New York
Women Bootleggers An Innovation Here
Women bootleggers have appeared in New York. Federal Prohibition enforcement director James S. Shevlin stated yesterday he organized a special squad to pursue them. Revenue agents report that the sellers operate in doorways cellars and alleys, with prices from 75 cents to $1 per drink.
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New York
James S. Shevlin
Federal Prohibition Enforcement
Shevlin
Clemency Plea From 400 Physicians For Dr Hammer
A petition signed by 400 physicians seeks clemency for Dr Julius Hammer who was convicted of manslaughter in a Bronx surgery. The document, to be presented to Judge Gibbs at Hammer’s sentencing arraignment, protests current medical statutes and juror limits. An indictment also names insurance broker Thomas Sheehan for allegedly offering a juror $1000 to sway the verdict. The July Grand Jury will probe the bribery allegations as Dr Hammer’s case unfolds.
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Julius Hammer
Gibbs
Bronx
Hammer
Isaias Alexander Lehman
Washington Avenue
Abraham Goldman
Bronx County Hospital Association
Hummer
Goldman
Bronx County Grand Jury
Thomas Sheehan
East 168Th Street
Tammany
4Th Assembly
Sheehan
Joseph L. Maher
Forest Avenue
The
Maher
Francis Martin
Collars Prices Fall In Early June Announcement
Troy firms Cluett, Peabody & Co and George P. To & Co announce collars will drop to 28 cents each, effective immediately. The current price was 80 cents, and the move comes from two of the smaller manufacturing plants in the world.
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Troy
N.Y
Cluett, Peabody & Co
George P. To & Go
Federal court allows higher gas rate in New York City
Special Master to hold the difference between receipts from 80 cent and $1 per 1000 cubic feet rates. Consoli dated Gas Co and subsidiaries may charge up to $1 while litigation in U S District Court over the 1906 rate continues. The court aims to protect consumers pending final judgment and references findings by Special Master Gilbert on the 1908 statute.
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Dollar Gas
New York City
Consolidated Gas Company
Public Service Commission
United States District Court
Consolidated
W. John C. Knox
W. J. Grubb
Richard Wellington
New York Trust Company
United States Mortgage Andrust Company
Tithe Guaranty and ‘Trust Company
Wellington
Special
Gilbert
Julius M. Mayer
Kings County
Kings County Lighting Company
Celcorn
Thand 1St Wards
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Union Gas Company
Robert J. Livingston
Cutie Fo Corporation
Corporation
O'Brien
Cue
Judge Hand
Jude Hand
John P.o'ryeh
Morcy General Chambers
William Hayward
Pubiic Service Commission
Hand
Froncht
Fedora
Kings County Gas Company
Been
Meyer
Tate
Jett
Trenton
Public Service Gas Company
Mark
Board of the “Utility Commissioners
Householdig
Cam
North Jersey
Camden
Newark
Bedtime tale of Old Man Coyote and quick wits
Old Man Coyote prowls Green Meadows seeking dinner near Smiling Pool. He calculates the sounds from Peter Rabbit and Jerry Muskrat to infer danger and waits patiently, hoping for a rabbit or muskrat dine. The scene captures Coyote’s keen senses and strategic thinking as night approaches.
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Old Man Coyote
Smiling Pool
Danny Meadow Mouse
Johnny
Polly Chuck
Green Forest
Thunderer the Grouse
Mrs. Grouse
Grouse
Noxs
Coyote
Peter Rabbit
Jerry Muskrat
Peter
Terry Fenrighis Monte
Krook
Nooty
Owl
Jerry
Elsc
Gas Mask Used to Save Man From Refrigerator
Morristown New Jersey June 29 Joseph De Groot a former serviceman and Navy Department pick to accompany Olympic athletes to Belgium used his gas mask to rescue unconscious market employee Vincent Sweeney from ammonia fumes in the refrigerating plant He will recover.
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Morristown
N. J
Joseph de Groot
Navy Department
Belgium
Vincent Sweeney
Gas rate injunctions debated in Brooklyn court
A Brooklyn court considers injunctions affecting several Consolidated Gas Company subsidiaries and related entities. The judge will hear briefs on July 8, with a decision anticipated in August. Consumers face potential refunds and disputed rates as cases advance.
Gas rates in Nyack area to rise to two dollars
The Public Service Commission of the Second Department announced a potential increase in illuminating gas charges for Nyack Upp Nyack South Nyack Piermont and Grand View to a new rate per thousand cubic feet. The change would take effect July 1 and residents may protest if coal and other gas-making costs fall. The current rate of 1.85 dollars was the highest in New York state.
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Weve Nyack
J. Y
Public Service Commission
Nyack
Upp
South Nyack
Piermont
Grand View
New York State
Ex Detective Held in Auto Theft Case in Bronx Court
Ex detective Arthur Davis age thirty four of Zand Webster Avenue Bronx was arraigned before Magistrate Silberman in Morrisania Court on a $1,000 bail for further examination in a case accusing him of theft of an automobile valued at 1800 dollars. Witness David Berlin a hawker at 604 Hart 168th Street testified he chased the car and a Department of Faction agent aided the inquiry. Davis allegedly fled the scene as Berlin telephoned for detectives.
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Arthur Davis
Zand Webster Avenue
Bronx
Hathgate Avenue
Silberman
Morrisania
David Berlin
Hart
Durta
Department of Fastion
Berlin
Barlin
Davis
The Unanimous Demand to End War Price Increases
The piece notes a nationwide call against old wartime prices for merchandise and essentials, urging a fair new scale. It mentions hopes for price relief and a royal note from Great Britain issuing a formal message, with the author claiming verification of the text.
King George Promises Fair Prices and Duty to People
The speaker appeals to American sentiment, pledging to curb price rises and to favor the public over manufacturers. He notes crops, labor, and wool or leather shortages as possible but expects prices to fall gradually. The message credits broad public support for a 20 percent price reduction and commits to continued effort to counter speculation, promising a better day for legitimate business while outlining new operating hours from nine to five.
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Conversar
London
George
England
Buckingham Palace
Rex
Prives
America
Sture
Holiday Trunk Prices At Seventh Gallery New Building
Steamer trunks in various sizes offered with marked discounts for nurses and general sale. Prices shown include 86 inch long steamer trunks with two divisions at $12 after 2 percent deduction. nurse steamer trunks at $19.20 after 20 percent deduction. other steamer trunks range from 4 to 40 inches, wardrobe trunks at 20 percent off through July 3. Sale held at Seventh Gallery New Building.
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Red Cross
Satinette Skirts A New Model Gains Popularity
Satinette skirts prove highly popular as demand soars for a new model featuring a satin lustre that remains surface-bright after rubbing. Describes a plain front, shirted back, full bottom for sports wear, belt sizing up to 10, and large sizes with extra fitting girdles.
Shantung Suits for Women at 42.50 and 34.00
Two models offered on the second floor of the Old Building. One features a tuxedo collar and square pockets, priced at 42.50 less 20 percent. The other, Norfolk style with large front pockets and rear folds, priced near 34.00.
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Norfolk
Before-holiday sale of Chambray and print dresses
A welcome sale offers Chambray, plaid striped gingham and calico prints in blue rose pink green tan lavender brown. Many frocks feature crndie sashes collars and cuffs in sizes 6 to 14 years. Located on the main and second floors of the Old Building.
Silk pongee kimonos from Japan at Importea Shops
New shipment of silk pongee kimonos from Japan offers full length kimonos in French blue and natural colors with floral embroidery priced at 12 dollars. Short kimonos in natural pongee with embroidered flowers or flowered ponge with color bands are 8.75 dollars, with a 20 percent deduction. Located on the third floor of Old Building.
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Japan
Surf Satin Bathing Suits for Women
Beachwear ad describes two surf satin bathing suits for women emphasizing service and flattering fit. One black model with white piping and embroidered dots, scalloped hem, priced at 9 dollars. A second smart model with ruffles or V neck at 7.95, available in white, black, or Copenhagen, with per-suit color options and 20 percent discount.
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Copenhagen
L. R. Corsets Price and Styles Featured
Advertises L. R. corsets at 4.50 with 20 percent deduction to 4.60 for light ironing models in batiste suited for dancing or vacation. Medium and stout figure corsets priced 2.50 and 4.50 respectively after discount. Third floor Old Building.
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L. R
Batiste
White Georgette Blouses With Lace Details Sale
A selection of Georgette crepe blouses in white and flesh tones features a long loose collar ending in a pleated front ruffle, short sleeves with a tiny pleated frill, and collar and cuffs lined with fine filet lace. Prices shown with 20 percent deductions.
White Flannel Coats for Young Women
White flannel coats for young women priced at $25 with a 20 percent deduction bringing the cost to $20.50. Tuxedo or notch collars and straight or pinch back styles offered. A small yet strong offer for those who take advantage. Sizes range from 10 to 20 years.
Boys' Overalls and Bathing Suits Price Guide
The ad lists boys overalls and coveralls priced at $1 after 20 percent deduction in tan or blue, knee or ankle lengths, sizes 2 to 8. Coveralls $1.80 after deduction, khaki or cadet blue for ages 3 to 8. Bathing suits $2.75 for small sizes up to 8 years, larger sizes up to 14 years priced from $6.50, California style one piece with skirt.
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California
Holiday Frocks for Miss 14 to 20
A catalog listing moderate priced traveling and holiday frocks for Misses ages 14 to 20. Five models offer 20 percent discounts on chic taffeta styles with hip line extensions, basques, square necklines, short sleeves, and chiffon accents. Navy and coppertone blues feature gingham and organdie trims with rickrack braid. prices range around 12.75 to 31.80, with a 20 percent deduction. Second floor Old Building Tenth street side.
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Tenth Street
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U.S
Cranks
Weather Report
Avenpe
Dr. Hammer
U. S
By Thornton W. Burgess
Tim
T. W. Burgess
Jerry Munkrat
Central Union Gas Company
Hast River Gas Company
New Amsterdam Gas Company
New Mutual Gas Light Company
Northern Union Gas Company
Ue Standard Gas Light Company
Nyack and Vicinity
Great Britain
George V
Deale
ABM
New Bldg
Shantung
Els
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