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Newspaper

Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1919

Page

14

Release movement grows for American reporter Minor

Friends of Robert Minor, American journalist and cartoonist held in Coblenz by American authorities, have started a campaign for his release. Minor is in an old German prison used by Allied forces, under guard and daily exercise, with access restricted by Colonel R. H. Williams, head of the Third Army intelligence section.

Cobleenz Robert Minor Coblenz Paris Minor Geman R. H. Williams Third Army Intelligence Section

Fraternal Y M and Y W H A hike and dance

Twelve couples of the Fraternal Y M and Y W H A hiked to Pine Rock park yesterday leaving at 9 30 in the morning and returning late in the afternoon. Many members attended a dance last night in the club rooms at 181 State Street. Ninety seven candidates of the Park City Council Knights of Columbus received the third degree yesterday afternoon in Colonial Hall Fairfield Avenue. The work was staged by the New Haven degree team and State Deputy William J Cronan of New Haven assisted by State Deputy Elect George T Kelley of Bridgeport and District Deputies James A Shea of New Haven and James B E Colgan of Bridgeport. The musical program was led by John I Hanley.

State Street Park City Knights of Columbus Colonial Hall Fairfield Avenue New Haven William J. Cronan

Allies Embrace Love Enemies Says Lord Commands

Rev. B D Akers at Faleth chapel denounces hatred of Germans and Turks as contrary to Christ’s command to love enemies. He cites atrocities and advocates removing disloyal foreigners, arguing the nation must press for hard peace terms and deport unassimilable foes to deter treachery.

Alters Hun Turk Faith Chapel B. D. Akers Falth_ chapel Akers H. P. Packard M.D Denver Col Paddock Tabriz Armenia Ags Dr. Akers Berlin

Minister Gallaudet Recalled Here in Warm Reception

A large audience at United Church welcomed Captain Herbert D. Gallaudet as he spoke on his army experiences. He traced training in the United States and France, the use of heavy artillery and camouflage, and paid tribute to the French spirit before taking questions and meeting friends after the service.

Herbert D. Gallaudet North Church United Church Gallaudet Bridgeport Waterbury Scovill Manufacturing Plattsburg 303D Camp Devens Fort Sill Okla London France

Newtown Vote Stymies Veterans Memorial Plan

At the town meeting in Newtown on June 16 the proposed testimonial High school to the soldiers and sailors faced strong opposition amid fears of extra taxation. A motion to indefinitely postpone passed after pleas for further consideration, as costs and labor shortages were cited. A special town meeting was to be called to discuss financing and repairs.

Newtown A. T. Nettleton George T. Sinnott John Behn Board of Finance and Town School Committee

Derby Schools Prepare for Commencement at Sterling Theater

Derby June 16 The city and Shelton close schools this week Derby high finishes work graduation at Sterling theater next Thursday grammar school exercises Monday evening Shelton high school will graduate Friday evening at Sterling theater

Derby Shelton Derby High School Sterling Theater Grammar Sterling Theatre

Bridgeport Stocks Week Ending June 14 1919

Report from private wires of T. L. Watson & Co. bankers and brokers. Corner Main and John streets Bridgeport Conn. Members of the New York Stock Exchange.

T. L. Watson & Co Main and John Streets Bridgeport Conn New York Btock ‘Exchange

Derby Elks Observe Flag Day Exercises

Derby Elks held Flag Day ceremonies at the Elks' home with hundreds attending, including Kellogg post G A R and Sons of Veterans. T H Allis spoke on the History of the Flag, John I Ballantyne gave Tributes to the Flag, and Albert T Brophy of Brooklyn lodge delivered the day’s address and tribute to Old Glory.

Derby Derby Lodge of Elks Elks Kellogg Post G A. R Sons of Veterans Allis John I. Ballantyne Ansonia Albert T. Brophy Brooklyn Lodge New York Grand Forum of the Elks Brophy

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