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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1919
Page
11
A fragmented column features satirical riffs on naval brass and dress, jokes about epaulets and hats, and a critique of military attire. It shifts to Loyal Order of Moose pledging open house for veterans and ends with news that British censorship will be removed by week’s end.
Arthur Devlin, famed former third baseman, scouts infielders for the Giants at Newfield park for Bridgeport and New Haven games. He brings a pitcher to New Haven, while expressing no single standout on the two local clubs. Local column notes Dundee Leonard bout hype and Meade Burns boxing venture in Bridgeport. Toledo fights and Jim Corbett refrain from predicting winners.
In Red Top Connecticut June 17 Yale and Harvard teams had a light practice day with no hard work. Varsity and Freshman eights did short paddles and start practice while Harvard rowers joined Yale crews for their annual Gales Ferry visit. The day followed Yale baseball’s victory over Harvard and noted U.S. dominance in natural dye production.
Bridgeport beat New Haven 4 3 Waterbury 5 Providence 1 Springfield 3 1 Pittsfield 2 9 Worcester 8 Hartford ? Results list standings with Bridgeport Providence Worcester Waterbury Springfield Pittsfield New Haven Hartford and figures. National League and American League results show Chicago New York Pittsburgh Boston Cleveland Detroit and others with postponements and matchups listed.
The Y M C A hike to Devil's Mouth on the Saugatuck River near Westport will be the season's only trip. About twelve men plan to go with a bus from Bridgeport to Valley Forge, leaving 9:39 Saturday evening. meals provided, return Sunday afternoon. If weather interferes, it may be postponed to next Saturday. Open to nonmembers. low cost includes fare and meals. details posted in the Association lobby.
A brief notice suggests a coordinated hike and camping excursion intended to attract a broad male audience. Details are sparse, but the aim is clear outreach to men through outdoor activities and camaraderie.
The article notes two cadets per Senate district and four for DC at West Point, with eighty at large appointments by the President. It cites the farm loan act results, 147,452,800 in mortgage loans and 64,357 borrowers, plus a 200,000,000 loss record. It references the 1918 San Francisco earthquake and fire reports.
Chicago reports a nationwide telegraphers strike nearing a climax within 24 hours following a conference at strike headquarters. A telegram was sent to Samuel Gompers stating strikers would abide by decisions after conferences with AFL leaders and telegraphers union representatives. Electrical workers including telephone operators have struck in several regions, affecting thousands of operators and employees.
Congress approves an amendment procedure requiring two thirds in each house, then submission to state legislatures for ratification by three fourths. Once states ratify, the amendment becomes part of the Constitution.
Dublin castle released a detailed reply denying charges of brutality in Ireland. The statement contends investigations found no truth in the reports about Sinn Fein prisoners and defends prison conditions as properly equipped and supervised. In New York, unions discuss presenting the telegraph strike to President Wilson. California workers statewide strike affects major cities. Railroad telegraphers report widespread work stoppage tying up commerce.
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