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Newspaper

Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1919

Page

2

Hungarian Reformed ordains student at First Presbyterian church

Nicholas Varkonyi was ordained after eight years of study at the Hungarian Reformed church in Bloomfield. The ceremony, led by Rev. Alexander Alison Jr., featured Hungarian and English expositions, with Robert L. Quart performing a solo. Other graduates and attendees, including Rev. John Dezso and families, supported the service.

Hfield N. J Nicholas Wargioft First Presbyterian Oh Alexander Alison, Jr Connecticut Valley Hungarev Alexander Ludman Daarian Reformed Church Alexander Sr Gabrial Jersey City Dikovics Bloomfield, Jeu Theological -Seminary Car Tieservasion Furi Jan Hungarian Reformed Church Robert L. Quait Chicerananie Ee Yeass eRaveMi Varkonyi Rita John Dezso Valenada Michael S Alex Adam Infield Seminary Robert L. Quart

League treaty draft stands amid European settlement debates

The text discusses proposed limitations on armaments and the Rhine settlement, noting French amendments tied to security and Kiao Chau, Belgian inputs on Geneva, and the aim to prevent forcible annexation. It cites Articles 10 12 19 and signals the treaty nearing completion with naval and auxiliary provisions nearly done aside from appointive issues and some minor hurdles.

Ee Py League France Kiao Chau Geneva el Jeagusy Holy Alliance Europe Fendh Iaea Tao Sgpau

Condition of Boy Hurt by Auto Is Critical

The condition of Emil Bubizki five, son of Mr and Mrs John U Bubizki of 490 Kossuth street, Bridgeport, is critical after a skull fracture from being struck by an auto Saturday. Driver Henry Dennson of Anson Street is held by police on charges related to reckless driving. A motorcycle stolen report filed by Clifford Jennings cites North and Clinton avenues as the theft location.

Emil Bubizki John U Bubizki Kossuth Street Bridgeport Anton Satuday Henry Dennson Anson Stred Ligund

Rabbi Wittenstein Delivers Illustrated Lecture at Hebrew Institute

Rabbi Wittenstein presented an engaging biblical feature at the Hebrew Institute last night with a large audience. His talk titled Jesivah and King Ochob used stereoptican views, ending with a call for collective effort to push Victory Joan and oversubscribe Bridgeport’s bond quota as a patriotic privilege.

Rabbi Wittenstein Hebrew Institute Ochob Bridgeport

Labour and Capital to Partner in Twenty Years Says Pastor

Rev. Rose, pastor of the Church Redeemer, in a late discourse urged that labor and capital become partners within twenty years. He warned miltarism remains, praised military prep for democracy, ridiculed Bolsheviks and Lenine Trotsky cults, and urged thrift as civilization’s mainstay.

Siow Wi Rose The Churel Redeemer Bridpe United States Lenine Trotsky

Major Adams to Attend the Will Hays Dinner

Major Fred J Adams Major Frank W Stevens and Captain Charles W Sprague of Camp Devens after overseas service will attend the reception and dinner for Will Hays and John T King at the Armory Tuesday night They expect to be relieved from duty Tuesday and return home to the city Town Chairman Robinson could not state topics but said the speakers would be interesting and worth the time

Fred J.adams Frank W. Stevens Charles W. Sprague Camp Devens Will “H. Hays John T. King Armory Robinson

False Alarm at Seaside Park Fire Call

Firemen were summoned at 10:30 last night by a still alarm for a fire at Seaside park. Upon arrival, investigators found the alarm to be false and no blaze was located.

Seaside Park

Weather forecast for East New York and New England regions

Increased cloudiness Monday with rain expected Monday night and Tuesday across East New York and New England. Warmer temperatures in New England with rain likely east of the Mississippi Monday and Tuesday reaching Atlantic states by Tuesday. Winds: North Atlantic light to moderate, fair weather. Middle Atlantic moderate south with rain Tuesday. Observations note various city readings and daily almanac figures for sunsets and high water.

New York New England Mississippi River Atlantic States North Atlantic Middle Atlantic New Maven Bar Wea Atlanta Atlantic City Block Island Boston Sseyer Peddy Buffalo Cincinnati Chicago Portland

Armenia and America bond through shared history and fate

Mrs Bertha S Papazian spoke on America and Armenia after a suspension in the United church forum. She traced bonds from 1918 American missionaries to Armenia through today, noting Aryan links and the Armenian plea at the peace table. Her talk highlighted Armenia's enduring tragedy as a fueling epic for future art and literature.

United Church Forum Bertha S. Papazian America Armenia East Papdzian Caucasian

ASSERTS GERMANY MUST HAVE VOICE IN HER COLONIES

The article discusses the necessity of Germany having representation in colonial affairs and critiques the postwar idea of international tribunals. It cites concerns over the lack of a universal legal framework and references Brown Scott, an American representative who studied at Heidelberg and participated in the 1907 Hague conference.

Germany Sgsirahlp Ieep Gigh- Jox-Kaiser eWihose Aghader al. O Law of Nations D Id Belgium Armerica League Brown Scott Jerlinek Heidelburg Hague

Auto Hits Motorcycle in Fairfield Collision

At North and Clinton avenues about 3 o'clock yesterday morning a motorcycle rider Louis Konenda of 389 Prince Avenue Fairfield was thrown from the machine and suffered injuries to the right leg. He was treated by an ambulance crew and returned to his home. The automobile driver Charlest KR Saunders of 183 Hawley Avenue Flo was arrested after failing to produce a license. No arrests were noted for the rider.

North Clinton Avenues Louis Konenda Prince Avenue Fairfield Charlest KR. Saunders Hawley Avenue

Reckless Diver Held and Two Men Arrested

Tous Partis at 19 Crescent avenue and Dominick Detoma at 261 Lexington avenue were arrested for automobile law violations. Vartis charged with redhien driving and Detoma with operating a machine without an operator's license. Arraignment set in City Court this morning. Panhandlers in town. James Cinningham of 881 Broad street and Jefferson Bateman of Water street charged with vagrancy for soliciting money at the railroad station. Worse owner arrested. Charles Auffman of 315 Bostwick avenue alleged to have allowed his horses to roam at large. Warrant issued last night by police. Bonds set at 350.

Tous Partis Crescent Avenue Dominick Detoma Lexington Avenue Vartis Detoma Touts James’ Cinningham Broad Street Jefferson St Bateman Water Street

Revised League Covenant Excerpts On Arbitration And War Rules

The text outlines arbitration guidelines within the League Covenant, detailing how disputes may be referred to agreed courts, how members must honor awards, and steps if awards are not carried out. It covers dispute submissions to the Council, investigation by the Secretary General, and possible Assembly referrals, plus consequences for waring against compliant members.

Court of Arbitration Wyatt League Minonhern Leongue Supurvisgen Dyer Red Cross League of Nations Ware America Bolivia Brazil Empire Canada Australia South Africa New South ‘Wales Indi China Cuba Ecuador France Greeece Guatemala Ait Hondura Italy Japan Liberia Nicaragua Panama Peru Oland Portugal Houmanias Servia Siam Uruguay Republie Denmark Lands Norway

City finances examined by Bridgeport business men

Bridgeport Business Men's Association directors discussed city finances and contracts at a Friday meeting. Archer Smith was authorized to form a three member committee to urge the mayor to attend a special session this week to explain if finances are managed like a business. Topics included Grand Street Bridge, Warrenite payment contracts, high school costs rising to 1,040,000 with bonds over nine years, and criticism of a cost plus 10 percent garbage disposal plant.

Bridgeport Business Men's Association Archer Smith Grand Street Crand Street Sual

Reverend Herbert S. Brown Talks on Japan Lecture

Rev. Herbert S. Brown of Olivet Congregational Church delivered an illustrated lecture titled Japan, the Land of the Lotus Flower. Six color slides showed Japanese scenery, mountains, cities, waterways, and the late emperor’s funeral. Prepared by Rev. Arthur W. Stamford, a missionary with the Congregational American Board in Japan. Large attendance. The new church chair includes Ada J. Whitaker, Jennie Ritzray, John Cowburne, Elderd Lockwood, and Ethel M. Pigg. Next Sunday night Miss Grabber resumes soprano engagements.

Herbert S. Brown Olivet Jennie Ritzray John Cowburne Elderd Lockwood Hcasso Ethel M. Pigg Grabber

Corporal Bray Receives Diamond Pin at Private Party

Corpral William Bray honored for year overseas service with a diamond pin at a private party hosted by Miss Ann Spagele at 274 George Street. Attendees include Miss Margaret, Miss May Masterson, and several others among a list of local residents.

Corporal William Bray William Bray Ann Spagele George Street Miss Afargaretny May Masterson Miss Cleary Trane Cleary Florence Sharan Lauretta Jackson Mary Frlema Ann Spovele Dorothy Bunten Mildred Brawley Aid Doy

Sermon on Adoption and Immortality at Washington Park

Rev Archibald F Campell preached at Washington Park Methodist Church on Adams Call to Adoption and to hope faith and immortality. He traced Jesus Christ to creation and redemption, urging preparation of hearts for God's highest revelation and noting punishment on the path to spiritual ascent.

Washington Park Methodist Church Archibald F. Campell Tad St. Paul Jesus Christ Thomas Clod

Hebrew associations entertain at rooms in state street

A large audience attended the entertainment by the Hebrew associations at the Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association rooms on State Street last night. The program featured the Nine "Yaamic Kids" from the Last Day of School, with solos by Lilian Rosenberg, Alfred Lison, Louis Moonshine, and Minerva Piona.

Dianetic Lab Young Men's Young Women's Hebrew Assocition Elue Rooms State Street Wirth Victory Liberty Loan Joseph Sehneider Lilian Rosenbergs Marian S. Engel Minerva Pious Sadie Mooney Louis Moonshine So Mooney Alfred Tithe Alfred Elson Lian Rosenberg Alfred Lison Minerva Piona

Calhoun to Attend Laymen's Conference

At a Grace VL E church meeting in Fairfield Calhoun is sent as district steward to the Laymen conference in South Norwalk church. He will also attend the New York east conference of Methodist churches. Keeney and Rev. A J Martin were chosen to attend a Stamford luncheon with Bishop Wilson of New York present.

Grace VL E Fairfield Clintore Avenues S. H. Calhoun South Norwalk Calhoun New York East Conference of Methodist Churches A. G. Keeney A. J. Martin Stamford Wilson New York

Sermon Warns of Mormon Propaganda in Bridgeport

Rev Dr James A Dodds warned at Summerfield Methodist Church that Mormon propaganda is widespread and dangerous. He cited polygamy as a concealed feature used to weaken moral resistance and claimed Mormon political aspirations are hidden from many. The sermon drew a large audience as he described propagandists active in Bridgeport yesterday.

James A. Dodds Utah Summerfield Methodist Church Dodds Bridgeport

Obituary notices from Bridgeport include multiple deaths

The Bridgeport paper lists funeral plans for Jane Richardson Mary Eliza Mackbach Maria Blakeslee Rev Mother Josephine Murphy and others. It notes deaths in Hillside Home St Vincents Hospital St Michaels Cemetery and Lakeview Cemetery with services at Baker Potter and local churches. Survivors include Emanuel Blassett Mary Smith Harry Bodreau and several siblings. Funeral times range from 2:30 pm to 8:30 am with private services expected for some.

Dance Richardson Jane Richardson Bridgeport Hillside August G. Baker Stratford Avenue Lakeview Cemetery Daniel M. Lewis Immanuel Blassett Emanuel Blassett Burlington St. Michaels Ross’ Street Harry Maloney Elsie Blassett James Watson Mary Ross Fairfield Victoria Smith John Smith Mary Mikes Katie Smith Read School Harry August H. Mackbach Stratford Yvent Lakeview Maria L. Blakeslee Maria Louise Blakeslee Robert N. Blakeslee Thumb Street Alexander ‘Alison, Jnr Blakeslee Josephine Dennis A. Murphy Wairfield Avenue Josephine Murphy Order of St. Vincent de Paw Cork Ireland North Infirmary Treland

St Georges Day Observed at St Pauls Church

Large attendance at St Pauls Episcopal Church for St George patron saint observance. Rev Benjamin F Root preached on the spirit of the Christian conqueror and the might of spirit over power. Multiple church lodges and veterans in uniform participated, with music by the choir and soloist Miss Margaret Swailes.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church St. George Janglang Benjamin F. Root Lincoln Nancy Lincoln Sons of St. George Magna Charta Pioneer Lodges Daughters of St .George Victoria Lodge Marthe Washington Lodge Manchester Union of, Odd Fellows Abraham Lincoln Nancy ‘Lincoln Lodges Margaret “Swailes Dr. Root

Bridgeport Soldiers Arrive in New York

A list records Bridgeport soldiers arriving in New York within three days. Captain Edward F. AloGovern of the Medical Corps is noted among them along with Privates and a Sergeant from multiple streets and avenues such as Dewey, Pacific, Barnum, Central, Dover, Astoria, Water, Elizabeth, Prospect, Parratt, Couse, Frank, Grand, Lafayette, Mountain Grove, Halett, Marion, North Washington, Brooks, Stratfield, and Hewitt.

Bridgej New York Edward F. AloGovern Medical Corps Thomas W. Korosky Dewey Street Senibardo Acuna Pacific Street Charles Kentrukskis Barnum Avenue Thomas P. Gleason Central Avenue Oliver R. Huber Dover Street Francis Danny William Street Robert Hynes Astoria Avenue Heros Pitsonis Water Street John Malley Elizabeth Street Eric 5. Widengren Prospect Street Albert J. Dolan Parratt Avenue Antonio de Sancti Frank Street Ralph ©. Sprague Hast Eaton Street William T. Cole Couse Street Jose Nemergut Edward F. McGovern Lafayette Street Edwardt. Dolan Mountain Grove Street Edward S. Britto Westporte Wagoner Zigmutt Gailunas Casimir . Benski Hallett Street Rodentanio Berchette Marion Street Fred Fernez North Washington Avenue Lowia Davis

Seven Hundred Guests Of Trainmen At Casino Dance

More than 700 persons attended an entertainment and dance hosted by Henry A Bishop Lodge No 3 Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen at the States Street Casino last night. The concert and dancing ran until midnight with ASL service men admitted free as guests of the trainmen. organizing committee included C E H Miller William Langley Alfred Forst and Edward Murphy. Police seek stolen car Daniel Keogh of Hartford reported his automobile stolen from Laurel Avenue with description sent to nearby towns.

C. E H. Miller William Langley Alfred Forst Edward Murphy Daniel Keogh Hartford Laurel Avenue

Spring 1919 Sarsaparilla Ad Claims Rebuilding Health

Wartime and epidemic urged a new tonic for vigor. Hood's Sarsaparilla is pitched as a reconstructive medicine restoring appetite digestion and blood nourishment. Hoards of testimonials claim blood purification and strength regained. The ad promotes Hood's as ideal spring remedy and mentions family laxative tablets as gentle and effective.

Hood Tool

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